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Ocean Exploration — Unit test Answers

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Dutch agriculture is one of the most labor intensive types of agriculture in the world.

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The invention of the automobile contributed to the increase of urban sprawl

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It is crucial to study ocean microbes because _______.

A
they control the major biogeochemical cycles that keep Earth’s biosphere in balance
B
they are a significant source of greenhouse gases and pollution
C
they are frequently used as food sources in developing nations
D
they provide a significant alternative energy source used to replace coal and oil
4

Which of the following cities has experienced more upward growth than urban sprawl?

A
Los Angeles, California
B
Bangkok, Thailand
C
Tokyo, Japan
D
Jakarta, Indonesia
5

Which of the following statements about forestry education is true?

A
All educational facilities cover forestry to the same depth.
B
Individuals can pursue doctorates in forestry in any state.
C
Program focus will remain the same from state to state.
D
Some states have greater access to forestry programs than others.
6

Which of the following best describes the uses of private land?

A
Private land cannot be used to operate businesses.
B
After initial construction. the uses of private land do not change.
C
It can be used for a variety of activities and businesses.
D
None of the above.
7

Which of the following is the most damaging method of soil remediation?

A
soil excavation and disposal
B
soil aeration
C
heating and vapor extraction
D
microbial digestion
8

Which of the following is most negatively affected by fishing practices?

A
deep sea corals
B
ocean microbes
C
methane hydrates
D
autonomous underwater explorers
9

How has human use of salt marshes changed over time?

A
Humans have come to value salt marshes and now seek to preserve and restore them.
B
Humans now use drained salt marshes exclusively for agriculture.
C
Humans have begun to use salt marshes for landfills.
D
Humans have begun to use marsh land for housing and commercial development.
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The principle difference between where salt marshes and mangrove forests grow is the salinity of the water.

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T
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F
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Which of the following is true concerning land management methods for corporations.

A
The best strategy is a combination of government regulation and voluntary cooperation.
B
The best strategy is to rely on businesses to voluntarily pursue green business practices.
C
Corporations do not follow established land management strategies.
D
The best strategy is to impose government regulations on land management methods.
12

Wetlands occurring in areas with a large amount of trees are most likely _______.

A
swamps
B
bogs
C
marshes
D
none of the above
13

Which of the following forest management practices is the most harmful to forest ecosystems?

A
clearcutting
B
shelterwood cutting
C
group selection
D
single tree selection
14

Rainforests are not exclusively found near the equator.

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T
B
F
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The abundance and variety of foods available in wetlands is a large contributor to their biodiversity.

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T
B
F
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How has human use of salt marshes changed over time?

A
Humans have come to value salt marshes and now seek to preserve and restore them.
B
Humans now use drained salt marshes exclusively for agriculture.
C
Humans have begun to use salt marshes for landfills.
D
Humans have begun to use marsh land for housing and commercial development.
17

Which of the following is the most damaging method of soil remediation?

A
soil excavation and disposal
B
soil aeration
C
heating and vapor extraction
D
microbial digestion
18

Dutch agriculture is one of the most labor intensive types of agriculture in the world.

A
T
B
F
19

It is crucial to study ocean microbes because _______.

A
they control the major biogeochemical cycles that keep Earth’s biosphere in balance
B
they are a significant source of greenhouse gases and pollution
C
they are frequently used as food sources in developing nations
D
they provide a significant alternative energy source used to replace coal and oil
20

The principle difference between where salt marshes and mangrove forests grow is the salinity of the water.

A
T
B
F

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