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Environment & Ecology MCQs - 2026-04-06

11.
What do the specialized seed pods used by these drones often contain?
A Only seeds
B Nutrients and protective coatings to aid germination
C Pesticides to kill competing plants
D Water-retaining chemicals only
12.
Pilot projects for AI-powered reforestation drones have been conducted in which regions?
A Canada, Russia, and Greenland
B Australia, New Zealand, and Antarctica
C Brazil, Indonesia, and Madagascar
D Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Iran
13.
Which of the following is a key benefit of accelerated reforestation?
A Increased deforestation rates
B Faster carbon sequestration and habitat restoration
C Reduced biodiversity
D Increased soil erosion
14.
How does AI assist in the seed-dropping process by drones?
A By randomly scattering seeds across the landscape.
B By identifying optimal locations for seed dispersal based on soil, topography, and vegetation, and selecting native species.
C By ensuring all seeds are of the same species.
D By only operating during nighttime hours.
15.
What is the primary advantage of using AI-powered drones for reforestation?
A They are more expensive than manual planting.
B They can plant trees at a much faster rate and cover larger, difficult terrains.
C They require extensive human supervision for every seed dropped.
D They are only effective in flat, open fields.
16.
The Freshwater Plastics Initiative aims to prevent a significant portion of plastic from eventually reaching which environment?
A The atmosphere
B The oceans
C Underground aquifers
D Glacial ice caps
17.
What is a potential negative impact of plastic pollution on freshwater ecosystems?
A Increased oxygen levels in the water
B Harm to aquatic life and leaching of harmful chemicals
C Enhanced growth of beneficial aquatic plants
D Improved water clarity
18.
Why are freshwater ecosystems particularly vulnerable to plastic pollution?
A They are less studied than marine environments.
B They are critical for biodiversity, human water supply, and act as conduits for plastic to reach oceans.
C They are primarily used for industrial waste disposal.
D They are less affected by human activities.
19.
Which of the following is NOT a key component of the Freshwater Plastics Initiative?
A Implementing advanced waste management strategies
B Promoting biodegradable alternatives
C Investing in technologies for capturing plastic debris from waterways
D Encouraging the production of more single-use plastics
20.
What is the primary focus of the 'Freshwater Plastics Initiative' (FPI)?
A Reducing plastic pollution in the deep oceans
B Combating plastic pollution in freshwater ecosystems like rivers and lakes
C Promoting the use of plastic in agriculture
D Developing new types of plastic for industrial use