19.8 - Maintaining Biodiversity Flashcards
What conservation is Reasons for conservation Managing succession to conserve habitats
1
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What is conservation?
A
Sustainable management of Earth’s resources and ecosystems
2
Q
What are key elements of conservation?
A
Resource management
3
Q
What are examples of conservation intervention?
A
Habitat restoration
4
Q
What are personal reasons for conservation?
A
Safeguard life support
5
Q
What are ethical reasons for conservation?
A
Species rights
6
Q
What are economic reasons for conservation?
A
Genetic resources
7
Q
What are cultural and aesthetic reasons for conservation?
A
Enrichment of life
8
Q
What is the effect of unmanaged succession?
A
Loss of earlier habitats and species
9
Q
How can succession be managed for conservation?
A
Manipulating environmental conditions to inhibit progression
10
Q
What are examples of succession management?
A
Burning vegetation
