APES Unit 1

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What is ecological tolerance?

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Ecological tolerance refers to the range of conditions (such as temperature, humidity, and resource availability) that a species can withstand while still being able to survive and reproduce.

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NGSS.HS-LS2-1

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Which factor is NOT a part of ecological tolerance?

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Level of biodiversity.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5

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What type of species are most vulnerable to habitat fragmentation?

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Apex predators, as they require large plots of land to thrive.

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NGSS.HS-LS4-5

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What are the four types of ecosystem services?

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Regulating, provisioning, supporting, and cultural services.

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What are the three types of biodiversity?

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Genetic diversity, species diversity, and ecosystem diversity.

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NGSS.HS-LS2-2

NGSS.HS-LS4-5

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What is biogeography?

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Biogeography is the study of how and why plants and animals live where they do.

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How does biodiversity contribute to ecosystem resilience?

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Biodiversity enhances ecosystem resilience by providing a wider range of responses to environmental changes and disturbances.

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NGSS.HS-LS2-7

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What is the significance of regulating services in ecosystems?

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Regulating services help maintain ecosystem balance by controlling processes such as climate regulation, water purification, and disease control.

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NGSS.HS-ESS2-4

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Define provisioning services in the context of ecosystems.

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Provisioning services are the products obtained from ecosystems, including food, fresh water, wood, fiber, and genetic resources.

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NGSS.HS-ESS3-1

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What role do supporting services play in ecosystems?

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Supporting services are necessary for the production of all other ecosystem services, including nutrient cycling and soil formation.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5