Very Short Answers - Conservation of Plants and Animals, Science, Class 8 | Science Class 8 PDF Download

Q1: Name some National Parks and sanctuaries.

Ans: Bharatpur Sanctuary, Lockchao Wildlife Sanctuary, Kaziranga National Park and Satpura National Park.

Q2: What is the major threat to the survival of organisms?

Ans: Habitat destruction, particularly through activities like deforestation, is a major threat to the survival of organisms.

Q3: What do you mean by deforestation?

Ans: Deforestation refers to the clearing or cutting down of forests for other land uses, leading to the reduction of forest cover.

Q4: Write two natural causes of deforestation.

Ans: (i) Forest fires (ii) Severe droughts.

Q5: Name some products which we get from forests.

Ans: Fruits, timber, medicines, rubber, and honey are some products obtained from forests.

Q6: What is sanctuary?

Ans: A sanctuary is an area designated for the protection of animals and their habitats, where human disturbances are minimized.

Q7: What are National Parks?

Ans: National Parks are areas set aside for the conservation of wildlife and natural resources, allowing animals to thrive in their natural habitats.

Q8: Name the part of the earth that supports the biodiversity?

Ans: The Biosphere Reserve is the part of the Earth that supports a diverse range of plant and animal species.

Q9: Write the name of two wildlife sanctuaries hosted by Pachmarhi Biosphere Reserve.

Ans. Bori and Pachmarhi are the two wildlife sanctuaries within the Pachmarhi Biosphere Reserve.

Q10: What are flora?

Ans: Flora refers to the plant life typical of a specific region or environment.

Q11: What are fauna?

Ans: Fauna includes the animal species characteristic of a particular area.

Q12: Name some examples of fauna in Pachmarhi Biosphere Reserve.

Ans: Blue-bull, barking deer, cheetal, leopard, wild dog, and wolf are examples of fauna in the Pachmarhi Biosphere Reserve.

Q13: Name any two endangered species protected in our wildlife sanctuaries.

Ans: Blackbuck and golden cat.

Q14: Give examples of two endemic Flora & Fauna.

Ans:

• Sal and wild mango are examples of endemic flora

• Bison and flying giant squirrel are endemic fauna

Q15: What do you mean by species?

Ans: A species is a group of organisms that can interbreed and produce fertile offspring.

Q16: Which is the first Reserve Forest of India?

Ans. The first Reserve Forest of India is Satpura National Park.

Q17: What is a Zoo?

Ans: A zoo is a facility where animals are kept and cared for in protected environments for educational and conservation purposes.

Q18: What are rock shelters?

Ans: Rock shelters are the evidence of prehistoric human life in the jungles of Satpura.

Q19: What do rock shelters provide the information?

Ans: Rock shelters provide insights into the lifestyle and activities of ancient people.

Q20: How many rock shelters are found in the Pachmarhi Biosphere Reserve?

Ans: A total of 55 rock shelters have been identified in the Pachmarhi Biosphere Reserve.

Q21: Name the plant found in the Satpura forests.

Ans: Teak (Tectona grandis) is a prominent plant found in the Satpura forests.

Q22: What is Satpura Tiger Reserve?

Ans: Satpura Tiger Reserve is a conservation area under the Project Tiger initiative, aimed at protecting the tiger population in the country.

Q23: When was Project Elephant  launched to save which animal?

Ans: Karnataka government launched Project elephant to save Asian elephants.

Q24: What do you mean by endangered animals?

Ans: Endangered animals are species whose populations are declining significantly, and they are at risk of becoming extinct.

Q25: Write the name of an extinct animal.

Ans: Dodo (Raphus cucullatus) is an example of an extinct animal.

Q26: What is a Red Data Book?

Ans: A Red Data Book is a compilation of information about endangered and vulnerable species, both plants and animals.

Q27: Does the same Red Data Book keep a record of all plants and animals?

Ans: No, there are separate Red Data Books for plants, animals, and other species.

Q28: What are migratory birds? Give Examples 

Ans: Migratory birds are those that travel long distances between their breeding and non-breeding habitats. Examples: Surkhab, Bar headed Goose, Arctictern, Siberian cranes, etc.

Q29: How many times a paper can be recycled?

Ans: 5 to 7 times.

Q30: Name the term related to the plantation of new plants.

Ans: Reforestation refers to the planting of new trees and vegetation in areas that have been deforested.