Question 1: Which ocean layer is above the mesopelagic zone?
- Abyssopelagic zone
- Bathypelagic zone
- Epipelagic zone
Correct Answer: Epipelagic zone
Fact: The Epipelagic Zone is the top layer of the ocean where sunlight can penetrate, also called the sunlight or euphotic zone. It extends from the ocean surface down to a depth of approximately 200 meters (656 feet), where there is enough sunlight for photosynthesis to occur.
Question 2: What strategy is used to remove microscopic plants and animals from the water?
- Carnivory
- Suspension-feeding
- Deposit-feeding
Correct Answer: Suspension-feeding
Fact: Suspension feeding or filter feeding is a feeding mechanism that is commonly found in many aquatic animals. It is a process where these organisms extract food particles directly from the water around them. These animals are known as suspension or filter feeders, and they have specialized structures or mechanisms that help them filter out tiny organisms and organic matter that is suspended in the water.
Question 3: What term is the ecological study of an individual organism or a particular species?
- Autecology
- Synecology
- Ecology
Correct Answer: Autecology
Fact: Autecology is a field of study within ecology that focuses on individual species and their relationship with their environment. It aims to understand how organisms interact with the living and non-living components of their surroundings, and how these interactions impact the way species live, behave, and survive.
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Question 4: In which country is Fish River Canyon, seen in today’s image?
- Namibia
- South Africa
- Zambia
Correct Answer: Namibia
Fact: The Fish River Canyon is Africa's largest canyon. It was formed by water erosion and the collapse of the valley bottom due to movements in the Earth's crust over 650 million years ago.
Question 5: What type of race was held here annually from 2011 to 2020?
- An ultramarathon
- A bicycle race
- A swimming competition
Correct Answer: An ultramarathon
Fact: The Fish River Canyon Ultra Marathon, renowned as one of the world's toughest ultramarathons, was held annually in Namibia. The rugged terrain of the canyon challenged participants both physically and mentally, testing their grit and determination.
Question 6: Which river carved out the Grand Canyon?
- Rio Grande
- Colorado River
- Mississippi River
Correct Answer: Colorado River
Fact: The Grand Canyon, located in Arizona, exposes nearly 2 billion years of Earth's geological history. The 277-mile canyon has been designated as an International Dark Sky Park for its pristine night skies and commitment to preserving natural darkness.