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
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
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
Deforestation is often driven by:
Preservation efforts
Reduction in agricultural activities
Demand for agricultural land
Emphasis on sustainable logging practices
What environmental challenges does deforestation pose?
Increased biodiversity
Climate change mitigation
Habitat destruction
Enhanced carbon sequestration
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
How does deforestation contribute to climate change?
By reducing carbon emissions
By promoting afforestation
By increasing carbon sequestration
By altering regional weather patterns
Which of the following is NOT a key driver of deforestation?
Agricultural expansion
Logging activities
Sustainable land management
Urbanisation pressures
What are the primary factors exacerbating soil erosion?
Soil conservation efforts
Climate change mitigation
Deforestation
Enhanced water retention mechanisms
How does soil erosion impact agricultural productivity?
By enhancing soil fertility
By reducing nutrient leaching
By diminishing soil fertility
By promoting crop diversity