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Paper 4 structured question: Conservation

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Paper 4Theory (Extended)5 marks

Conserving fish populations is important to maintain biodiversity and sustainable fishing. Various methods are used to protect fish and their habitats.

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Fish Conservation Methods

Methods include education, closed seasons, protected areas, specific nets and mesh sizes, quotas, and monitoring.

  1. a

    Identify two methods used to conserve fish populations.

    Aim for approximately 2 distinct marking points.

    [2]
  2. b

    Explain how using specific mesh sizes in nets helps conserve fish populations.

    Aim for approximately 3 distinct marking points.

    [3]

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Paper 4 structured question: Conservation

Paper 4Theory (Extended)4 marks

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Fish Population Management

Quotas limit the amount of fish caught. Protected areas restrict fishing in certain zones to protect habitats.

  1. a

    State one reason why quotas are set for fishing.

    Aim for approximately 1 distinct marking point.

    [1]
  2. b

    Explain how protected areas help conserve fish populations.

    Aim for approximately 3 distinct marking points.

    [3]