Question

1 which of the following best defines conservation in the context of the environment?
a protecting ecosystems and biodiversity for the future
b hunting only certain animals
c fencing animals to keep them away from humans
d using land entirely for farming

Explanation:

Conservation in environmental science (a subfield of Natural Science) focuses on preserving ecosystems, biodiversity, and natural resources for future generations. Option B (hunting certain animals) is not conservation; option C (fencing animals) is more about management/separation, not conservation; option D (using land entirely for farming) can harm ecosystems, so it's not conservation. Thus, A is the correct definition.

Answer:

A. Protecting ecosystems and biodiversity for the future