Which type of wastes are classified as Non-biodegradable waste?

A. Waste from the plastic industry

B. Waste from the food industry

C. Waste from the paper industry

D. Waste from the cotton industry

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111.
The factor responsible for disruption of mutualism among species is called?
Correct Answer: C. Invasion of exotic species
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The factor responsible for disruption of mutualism among species is called invasion of exotic species.
112.
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What is the major cause of extinction of Houbara bustard in Pakistan?
Correct Answer: B. Hunting
One-liner
The major cause of extinction of the Houbara bustard in Pakistan is hunting, particularly unsustainable falconry and poaching.
113.
Past Paper MCQ
Which forest is known for large scale deforestation?
Correct Answer: C. Amazon forest
One-liner
The Amazon forest is known for large scale deforestation, primarily due to agricultural expansion, logging, and infrastructure development.
114.
In , protected areas are managed mainly for ecosystem protection and recreation.
Correct Answer: C. National Parks
One-liner
In National Parks, protected areas are managed mainly for ecosystem protection and recreation.
115.
Major characteristics of 'Tundra' biome is ?
Correct Answer: C. Barren Lands
One-liner
The major characteristic of the Tundra biome is Barren Lands, featuring vast treeless expanses with frozen subsoil (permafrost).
116.
Which type of wastes are classified as Non-biodegradable waste?
Correct Answer: A. Waste from the plastic industry
One-liner
Non-biodegradable wastes are those that cannot be broken down by microorganisms, and waste from the plastic industry is a prime example.
117.
Utilitarian philosophy of conservation is given in ethic.
Correct Answer: D. Resource Conservation Ethic
One-liner
The utilitarian philosophy of conservation is given in the Resource Conservation Ethic.
118.
A localized group of organisms that belong to the same species is called a ?
Correct Answer: C. Population
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A localized group of organisms belonging to the same species is called a population.
119.
Part of earth where life exists is called ?
Correct Answer: D. Biosphere
One-liner
The part of Earth where life exists is called the Biosphere.
120.
IUCN Red List System was initiated in _?
Correct Answer: C. 1963
One-liner
The IUCN Red List System was initiated in 1963.

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