[19.7] conservation of habitats

Question 1

what is conservation?

Answer 1

management of the earth’s natural resources by humans so maximum use of them can be made in the future

Question 2

what are 4 main reasons for conservation?

Answer 2

1. personal
2. ethical
3. economic
4. cultural and aesthetic

Question 3

reasons for conservation: personal

Answer 3

to maintain our planet and therefore our life support system

Question 4

reasons for conservation: ethical

Answer 4

• considering the impact of humans
• other species have occupied the earth far longer than we have and should be allowed to coexist with us
• respect for living things is preferable to disregard for them

Question 5

reasons for conservation: economic

Answer 5

• living organisms have a very large pool of genes with the capacity to make millions of substances, many of which may prove valuable in the future
• long-term producitvity is greater if ecosystems are maintained in their natural balanced state
• tourism

Question 6

reasons for conservation: cultural and aesthetic

Answer 6

• habitats and organisms enrich our lives
• their variety adds interest to everday life and inspires writers etc. who entertain and fulfill us