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Biodiversity: Soil Science, Lawn Alternatives, and Pollinators
Biodiversity: Soil Science, Lawn Alternatives, and Pollinators
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1
Which of the following is a major
nectar plant
?
Choke cherries
Caragana
Saskatoon berry
Willows
2
Which of these practices
benefits
soil health?
Using landscape fabric to suppress weeds
Using wood mulch in planting beds
Raking all fall leaves and hauling them away
Following the bare minimum planting standards
3
Name one
macronutrient
in soil
Potassium
Phosphorus
Helium
Nitrogen
4
What is an
invasive species
A plant or animal that helps restore biodiversity
A non-native species that disrupts local ecosystems
A rare species that has no impact on the environment
A species that only lives in protected areas
5
How do lawn alternatives improve
climate resilience
?
Reduces overall cost and maintenance
Contributes to higher greenhouse gas emissions
Reduces water use, enhances natural habitats and ecosystems
Requires more frequent watering to support diverse plant species
6
Which type of landscape is
best
for supporting biodiversity?
Large monoculture farms
A mix of forests, wetlands, and grasslands
Urban landscapes with no green spaces
Industrial zones with minimal vegetation
7
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Pretty good
I thought it was great
I really enjoyed it!
It was okay...
8
How did you find out about this event
Microsoft Teams
Word of mouth or other
Ooks Life
Posters
9
What are the
most common
pollinators in Canada?
Birds
Bats
Bees
Butterflies
10
Did you learn anything that you will remember for later?
I didn't learn anything
A few things
Yes many things
I learned one thing
11
What is a small yet effective way to
improve
our own lawns health?
Don't mow your lawn, supply it with pesticides and fertilizers
Mow your lawn once a week, supply it with pesticides and fertilizers
Don’t mow your lawn and let it grow naturally
Mow your lawn at least twice a week for better growing
12
What is one major human activity that
negatively
affects biodiversity?
Reforestation and wetland restoration
Planting native species in urban areas
Creation of protected wildlife corridors
Deforestation and land conversion for agriculture
13
What are two examples that
support
lawn alternatives?
Improves soil health, requires fertilizers and pesticides
Looks better than traditional lawns, increases cost and maintenance
Reduces water usage, builds climate resilience
Increases water usage, lowers cost and maintenance
14
Which of the following is
not
included in the City of Edmonton's planting requirements
Perennials
Shrubs
Trees
15
What is this
creature
?
Dog
Bee
Wasp
Concrete
16
Which of the following is
not
a caste of honey bees?
Drone
Queen Bee
Comb Bee
Worker Bee
