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  • Question 1
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    The largest Indian poisonous snake is
    Solution
    Indian cobra (Naja naja) also known as the spectacled cobra, Asian cobra or Binocellate cobra is a species of the genus Naja, found in the Indian subcontinent. This snake is revered in Indian mythology and culture, and is often seen with snake charmers. It is now protected in India under the 'Indian Wildlife Protection Act' (1972).
  • Question 2
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    The number of national parks and sanctuaries in India are
    Solution
    National Parks and Sanctuaries are built to provide the natural environment, plants and animals in these areas. They are mostly the areas of biodiversity hot spots. Human intervention and poaching is strictly prohibited by law and is a legal offence in these areas.
    In India, there are 441 National Parks and 80 Sanctuaries.
  • Question 3
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    The conversion of natural resources within natural ecosystem is
    Solution
    The on-site conservation or the conservation of natural resources such as animals and plants in their own natural environment is called as in situ conservation e.g., biosphere reserves.
  • Question 4
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    What factors lead to decline in biodiversity? 
    Solution
    The major causes of biodiversity decline are land use changes, pollution, changes in atmospheric CO$$_2$$ concentrations, changes in the nitrogen cycle and acid rain, climate alterations and the introduction of exotic species, all coincident to human population growth. The geometric rise in human population levels during the twentieth century is the fundamental cause of the loss of biodiversity. It exacerbates every other factor having an impact on rainforests. It has led to an unceasing search for more arable land for food production and livestock grazing, and for wood for fuel, construction, and energy. 
  • Question 5
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    The totality of genes, species and ecosystems of a region is known as
    Solution
    • The portion of the universe where all life is found is called the biosphere.
    • Bio-conservation is the conservation of living all the living species. 
    • Bio-community is the area and community formed by all the living organisms.
    • Biodiversity is the variety of living organisms, plants and animals, i.e. flora and fauna in a region.
    So, option B is correct.
  • Question 6
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    The name of Smt. Thimmakka is associated with the
    Solution
    Avenue trees are trees that are planted on both sides of a lane. Saalumarada Thimmakka is a well-known environmentalist from Karnataka who planted and took care of around 400 banyan trees along a 4km stretch between Hulikar and Kudur. She has been honored with the National Citizen's Award of India for her contribution in the conservation of environment. 
    Thus the correct answer is option A.
  • Question 7
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    The difference between different living things with respect to their appearance and mode of life is called _______.
    Solution
    • Biodiversity means the diversity of living forms. Different life forms have a different physical appearance. 
    • Some are tall, some are short and their mode of life is also different. For example, some are autotrophs some are heterotrophs, some organisms live in water or land or both.
    Therefore, the correct answer is option B.
  • Question 8
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    Percentage of insect species out of the total known organisms is
    Solution
    Great biodiversity exists on our planet. Millions of living plants and animal species are flourishing on Earth. An approximate of 1.7 million organisms are known to exist. 61% of the total known species are of insects.
    So, the correct answer is '61'.
  • Question 9
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    Ranganathittoo Sanctuary (Mysore) is known for population of
    Solution
    A naturally occurring sanctuary, such as an island, which protects species from getting hunted, predated or poached is called as a wildlife refuge. It is also known as a wildlife sanctuary. Being a protected area, it is a geographic territory within which wildlife is protected. Ranganathittoo Sanctuary (Mysore) is known for the population of Birds.
    So, the correct answer is 'Birds'.
  • Question 10
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    Alpha diversity is biodiversity present
    Solution
    The local species pool is known as alpha diversity. It is also the diversity present within the community. Beta diversity is the diversity present between the communities. The diversity present in the ranges of communities is known as Gamma diversity.
    So, the correct answer is 'Within community'.
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