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What is a population in ecological terms?

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A population is all individuals of the same species occupying the same area.

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What is the likely consequence of increasing mean global temperatures on specialist species?

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Specialist species living in fragile ecosystems will risk extinction.

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What type of service does the aesthetic value of an ecosystem provide?

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The aesthetic value of an ecosystem provides a cultural service.

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What are ecosystem services?

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Ecosystem services are the processes by which life-supporting resources are produced.

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What prediction can be made about island biogeography?

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Animals will migrate successfully to islands closer to the mainland, leading to more diversity.

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Define biodiversity.

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Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem.

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What is the significance of genetic diversity within a population?

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Genetic diversity increases a population's ability to adapt to changing environments.

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How does habitat fragmentation affect biodiversity?

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Habitat fragmentation can lead to decreased biodiversity by isolating populations and reducing genetic diversity.

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What is the relationship between ecosystem stability and biodiversity?

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Higher biodiversity generally contributes to greater ecosystem stability and resilience.

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What role do keystone species play in an ecosystem?

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Keystone species have a disproportionately large impact on their ecosystem relative to their abundance.