Report 5

Question 1

uses of biodiversity

Answer 1

• food
• medicine
• fuel
• agriculture
• logging
• hunting and fishing
• biotechnology
• exotourism
• aquaculture
• forest management

Question 2

describes the richness and variety of life on earth from micro to macro organisms

Answer 2

biodiversity

Question 3

significance of biodiversity conservation

Answer 3

• ecosystem stability and resilience
• ecosystem services
• genetic diversity for adaptation
• medicine and oharmaceuticals
• cultural and ethical values

Question 4

the utilization of biological resources from ecocsystems for human purposes, often leading to the extraction or consumption of these resources. this can encompass a wide range of activities and products, including but not limited to hunting and fishing, medicinal plants and agriculture

Answer 4

consumptive use of biodiversity

Question 5

the consumptive use of biodiversity can have significant economic value at various levels, from local communities to national economies and even on a global scale. biodiversity provides a wide range of goods and services that contribute to economic well-being

Answer 5

economic value

Question 6

economic value

Answer 6

• food production
• pharmaceuticals
• fisheries
• global trade

Question 7

impacts to biodiversity

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• overexploitation and threats
• habitat destruction
• biodiveristy loss

Question 8

ethical considerations

Answer 8

• sustainable consumptive use practices
• animal welfare
• indigenous knowledge and sustainable harvesting

Question 9

indigenous communities around the world have developed sustainable harvesting techniques that ensure the long-term availability of resources while minimizing negative impacts on ecosystems
example: traditional amazonian agroforestry

Answer 9

indigenous knowledge and sustainable harvesting

Question 10

productive use of biodiversity refers to the sustainable and responsible utilization of the variety of life forms on earth for economic, ecological and societal benefits

Answer 10

productive use of biodiversity

Question 11

sustainable agriculture and crop diversity

Answer 11

I. importance of diversity crops
ll. benefits of crop rotation and polyculture

Question 12

sustainable forestry and timber production

Answer 12

l. sustainable logging practices
ll. importance of preserving forest biodiversity

Question 13

ecotourism and biodiversity conservation

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l. economic benefits of ecotourism
ll. promoting conservation through responsible tourism

Question 14

sustainable practices

Answer 14

• conservation and protected area sustainable
• agriculture and agroecology
• responsible tourism and community involvement

Question 15

examples of efficient biodiversity utilization

Answer 15

• sustainable forestry initiatives
• community-led conservation projects

Question 16

balancing consumptive and productive use

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l. synergies
ll.trade-offs

Question 17

balancing consumptive and productive use
l. synergies

Answer 17

• economic benefits
• conservation
• innovation

Question 18

balancing consumptive and productive use
ll. trade-offs

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• environmental impact
• biodiversity loss
• social equity

Question 19

policy and regulatory frameworks

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• international agreements (convention on biological diversity; Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora; National Biodiversity Strategies)

Question 20

focuses on global conservation goals and equitable resource use

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convention on biological diversity

Question 21

regulates international trade in endangered species

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Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora

Question 22

outline specific conservation measures tailored to each country’s needs and circumstances

Answer 22

national biodiversity strategies

Question 23

These strategies involve designating and managing protected areas, implementing sustainable resource use practices, promoting eco-tourism, and regulating activities within these areas to preserve biodiversity.

EXAMPLE: Yellowstone National Park (USA): Yellowstone is a wellknown example of a protected area where sustainable resource management is applied

Answer 23

protected areas and sustainable resource management

Question 24

These initiatives focus on engaging local communities in resource management, integrating traditional knowledge, diversifying livelihoods, creating community-managed forests, building capacity, and protecting legal rights to ensure sustainable conservation efforts while empowering local populations.

EXAMPLE: Community Forest Management in Nepal: Nepal has implemented community forestry programs, granting local communities’ ownership and management responsibilities over forests.

Answer 24

community-based conservation initiatives

Question 25

Balancing consumptive and protective use of natural resources through education and awareness involves strategies like teaching environmental values, running public awareness campaigns, providing training in sustainable practices, promoting eco-friendly tourism, sharing indigenous knowledge, engaging in policy advocacy, creating reporting systems, encouraging sustainable consumer choices, and building partnerships.

Answer 25

role of education and awareness