Range Management and Improvement - SS2 Agriculture Past Questions and Answers - page 1
What is rangeland primarily used for?
Crop cultivation
Livestock grazing
Residential development
Wildlife preservation
Which of the following is NOT an importance of rangeland?
Biodiversity conservation
Carbon sequestration
Soil stabilization
Industrial manufacturing
In which types of climates can rangelands be found?
Only tropical climates
Only polar climates
A wide range of climates, including arid and temperate
Only humid subtropical climates
What is the main factor that can lead to overgrazing on rangelands?
Frequent wildfires
Drought conditions
Excessive rainfall
Which ecosystem service is NOT provided by rangelands?
Water filtration
Carbon emissions
Climate regulation
Soil fertility
What type of vegetation is typically found on rangelands?
Dense forests
Sparsely populated trees
Crops like wheat and corn
Native or naturalized vegetation
Which land use is NOT commonly associated with rangelands?
Livestock grazing
Wildlife habitat
Industrial manufacturing
Recreation
What is the primary role of rangelands in terms of livestock?
Providing shelter for livestock
Supplying water for livestock
Offering food resources for livestock
None of the above
What kind of animals are typically grazed on rangelands?
Elephants
Sheep
Fish
Snakes
What makes rangelands sensitive to overgrazing?
Abundant rainfall
High plant density
Sparse vegetation
Frequent wildfires