Q: What are amphibians?
A: Amphibians are animals that can live both in water and on land, like frogs.
Q: How do camels adapt to desert conditions?
A: Camels have adaptations like storing food in humps, excreting small amounts of urine, and not sweating to conserve water.
Q: What is the difference between hot desert camels and cold desert camels?
A: Hot desert camels have longer legs and one hump, while cold desert camels have shorter legs, two humps, and long hair to survive cold winters.
Q: What government project was initiated in 1973 to protect tigers?
A: Project Tiger was initiated in 1973 to protect the declining population of Bengal Tigers.
Q: How does damage to habitats affect biodiversity?
A: Damage to habitats results in loss of homes, food, and resources for plants and animals, leading to a loss of biodiversity.
Q: Who was Janaki Ammal and what was her contribution?
A: Janaki Ammal was an Indian botanist who helped document and preserve India’s plant biodiversity and played a key role in the ‘Save Silent Valley’ movement.
Q: What is the Save Silent Valley Movement?
A: It was a successful 10-year environmental movement in Kerala to prevent the construction of a hydroelectric dam that would have destroyed a rich, biodiverse forest.
Q: How do deodar trees adapt to snowy mountain conditions?
A: Deodar trees have a conical shape and sloping branches that allow snow to slide off easily.
Q: What are the differences in rhododendrons found in different regions?
A: Rhododendrons in the Nilgiris are shorter with smaller leaves to withstand heavy winds, while those in Sikkim are taller.
Q: What is the Cheetah Reintroduction Project?
A: It’s a project initiated in 2022 to restore the cheetah population in India.
Q: How do fish adapt to living in water?
A: Fish have streamlined bodies and fins that help them swim efficiently in water.
Q: What are some examples of terrestrial habitats?
A: Forests, deserts, grasslands, and mountains are examples of terrestrial habitats.
Q: What are some examples of aquatic habitats?
A: Ponds, lakes, rivers, and oceans are examples of aquatic habitats.
Q: How can students contribute to documenting biodiversity?
A: Students can create a class biodiversity register by consolidating observations from nature walks or field visits.
