Environmental Issues in Agriculture - JSS2 Agricultural science Past Questions and Answers - page 1
What are the primary concerns addressed by environmental issues in agriculture?
Economic sustainability
Biodiversity conservation
Technological advancements
Urban development
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Which of the following is a key consequence of soil erosion in agriculture?
Increased soil fertility
Reduced water pollution
Diminished agricultural productivity
Enhanced nutrient retention
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What are some causes of soil erosion in agriculture?
Soil conservation practices
Expansion of agricultural land
Promotion of natural vegetation
Implementation of sustainable tillage methods
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Deforestation is often driven by:
Preservation efforts
Reduction in agricultural activities
Demand for agricultural land
Emphasis on sustainable logging practices
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What environmental challenges does deforestation pose?
Increased biodiversity
Climate change mitigation
Habitat destruction
Enhanced carbon sequestration
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What is a consequence of soil erosion exacerbated by overgrazing?
Enhanced soil fertility
Increased vegetative cover
Loss of essential soil nutrients
Preservation of natural ecosystems
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How does deforestation contribute to climate change?
By reducing carbon emissions
By promoting afforestation
By increasing carbon sequestration
By altering regional weather patterns
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Which of the following is NOT a key driver of deforestation?
Agricultural expansion
Logging activities
Sustainable land management
Urbanisation pressures
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What are the primary factors exacerbating soil erosion?
Soil conservation efforts
Climate change mitigation
Deforestation
Enhanced water retention mechanisms
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How does soil erosion impact agricultural productivity?
By enhancing soil fertility
By reducing nutrient leaching
By diminishing soil fertility
By promoting crop diversity
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