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Multiple choice biology main natural resources classification of threatened species red data book methods of conservation

Red data book is a record of endangered

  1. Endangered plants only

  2. Endangered animals only

  3. Endangered plant and animals

  4. All plant and animals that are living
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Red Data Book is a public document which was created for the recording of endangered and rare species including plants, animals, fungi as well as some local species which are present in the states or country.

So the answer is  'Endangered plants and animals'.

Multiple choice biology main natural resources classification of threatened species red data book methods of conservation

Red data book keeps a record of:

  1. endangered plants, animals and other species

  2. endemic plants,animals and other species

  3. extinct plants,animals and other species

  4. imbalanced species

  5. None of these
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Red Data contains a complete list of threatened species of living organisms.

So, the correct option is 'endangered plants, animals and other species'.

Multiple choice biology main natural resources classification of threatened species red data book methods of conservation

Students were taken to a museum on an educational trip. Which one of the following documents will provide the information on endangered animals and plants?

  1. Data book

  2. Atlas

  3. Red data book

  4. Dictionary
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C Correct answer
Explanation
A red data book contains lists of species whose continued existence is threatened. Species are classified into different categories of perceived risk. Each red data book usually deals with a specific group of animals or plants. They are now being published in many different countries and provide useful information on the threat status of the species
So, the correct answer is 'Red data book'
Multiple choice biology main natural resources classification of threatened species red data book methods of conservation

The taxa believed likely to join the endangered category in near future is called as

  1. Extinct

  2. Rare

  3. Vulnerable

  4. Out

  5. Living fossil
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C Correct answer
Explanation

A vulnerable species can be defined as the species of animals or plants, which are likely to become endangered unless something changes. Something has to be done to remove the things, that are harmful to their survival, and their rate of reproduction needs to increase. There are 8,565 species listed as vulnerable on the IUCN 'Red List'.

Multiple choice biology main natural resources classification of threatened species red data book methods of conservation

Red data book is for enlisting

  1. Endemic species

  2. Decorative plants

  3. Exotic species

  4. Plants on verge of extinction
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D Correct answer
Explanation

'Red Data Book is also known as 'Red Book' or 'Russian Red Data Book'. It is a state document established for documenting rare and endangered species of animals, plants and fungi, as well as some local subspecies that exist within the territory of the 'Russian Federation' and its continental shelf and marine economic zone. The book has been adopted by Russia and all CIS states to enact a common agreement on rare and endangered species protection. The book provides a central information source in organizing studies and monitoring programs on rare and endangered species and their habitats. It is regularly consulted when developing and implementing special measures for the protection and rehabilitation of such species.

Multiple choice biology main natural resources classification of threatened species red data book methods of conservation

'Red Data Book' provides information of

  1. Threatened species

  2. Biota of Red Sea

  3. World flora

  4. World fauna
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A Correct answer
Explanation

'Red Data Book' provides information on threatened species.

A Red Data Book contains lists of all the species whose continued existence is threatened. Species are classified into different categories of perceived risk. Each Red Data Book usually deals with a specific group of animals or plants (e. reptiles, insects, mosses). They are now being published in many different countries and provide useful information on the threat status of the species. 
The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species (also known as the IUCN Red List or Red Data List), founded in 1964, is the world's most comprehensive inventory of the global conservation status of biological species. The International Union for the Conservation of Nature (IUCN) is the world's main authority on the conservation status of species.

Multiple choice biology main natural resources classification of threatened species red data book methods of conservation

What is Red Data Book?

  1. Red coloured book

  2. Book that maintains an international list of all endangered animal and plant species

  3. Book that maintains an international list of all endangered animal species

  4. All of the above
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Red Data Book is a list of endangered species. It is released by ICUN (The International Union for Conservation of Nature). It was first released in 1963.

A Red Data Book contains lists of species whose continued existence is threatened. Species are classified into different categories of perceived risk. Each Red Data Book usually deals with a specific group of animals or plants (reptiles, insects, mosses). They are now being published in many different countries and provide useful information on the threat status of the species. 
The red-listing assessment is a simple logical process to determine the status of the threat to a species based on available information.

Multiple choice biology main natural resources classification of threatened species red data book methods of conservation

The .......... maintains Red Data Book.

  1. IUCN

  2. MAB

  3. WHO

  4. None of the above
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A Correct answer
Explanation

The IUCN - the International Union for the conservation of Nature & Natural resources maintains Red Data Book. The International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) is an international organization which works in the field of nature conservation and sustainable use of natural resources. It is involved in data gathering and analysis, research, field projects, advocacy, lobbying and education. IUCN's mission is to "influence, encourage and assist societies throughout the world to conserve nature and to ensure that any use of natural resources is equitable and ecologically sustainable."

MAB - Man and the Biosphere Programme
World Health Organization: WHO

Multiple choice biology main natural resources classification of threatened species red data book methods of conservation

Red Data Book listed about .......... species in 2000.

  1. 11096

  2. 101

  3. 12

  4. 3
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Explanation

Red Data Book listed about 11096 species in 2000. The Red Data Book is the state document established for documenting rare and endangered species of animals, plants and fungi as well as some local sub-species that exist within the territory of the state or country. This book provides central information for studies and monitoring programmes on rare and endangered species and their habits.