Question 8 of 8beginner🧠 RememberShort Answer3 marks

Identify few examples of jobs related to the work you just did. For example, naturalist, conservationist, entomologist, zoologist, botanist, forest officer, environmentalist. Look around, speak to people and write your answer.

Correct Answer

Jobs related to habitat garden work include: (1) Naturalist—gains understanding of the natural world through observation over a long period of time. (2) Conservationist—explains the need for protection of animals and gives suggestions for conservation. (3) Zoologist—studies animal behaviour. (4) Entomologist—concentrates on studying insects. (5) Lepidopterist—specializes in studying butterflies and moths among insects. (6) Botanist—studies plants and their importance in conservation. (7) Forest officer—manages and protects forest areas and wildlife. (8) Environmentalist—works towards environmental protection and sustainability. (9) Gardener—maintains gardens and understands plant care. (10) Farmer—understands local ecosystems and animal habitats in agricultural settings.

Exercise: Think and Answer | Q: 6 | (Chapter: Page 24)
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Explanation

The chapter on Page 7 describes various experts who can help with the habitat garden project: 'The expert can be a farmer, gardener or any other community member who has a garden and an interest in animals. If possible, you can also meet a naturalist (who gains understanding of the natural world through observation over a long period of time), conservationist (who explains the need for protection of animals and give suggestions), zoologist (who studies animal behaviour), entomologist (who concentrates on insects), lepidopterist (who concentrates on butterflies and moths among insects), botanist (who studies plants), and any scientist who studies the natural world.'