2nd Succession and Human Impact (24-25)

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What term describes the number and variety of organisms in a given area?

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Biodiversity

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What is the definition of conservation?

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The wise use of and preservation of natural resources.

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Which ecosystem is likely to have the greatest biological diversity?

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A rain forest that has many different types of plants and animals.

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What is the major cause of air pollution?

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Factory and car emissions.

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What is the significance of biodiversity in an ecosystem?

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Biodiversity contributes to ecosystem resilience, productivity, and stability.

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How does human activity impact biodiversity?

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Human activities such as deforestation, pollution, and urbanization can lead to habitat loss and decreased biodiversity.

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What is a keystone species?

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A species that has a disproportionately large effect on its environment relative to its abundance.

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What role do producers play in an ecosystem?

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Producers, such as plants, convert solar energy into chemical energy through photosynthesis, forming the base of the food web.

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What is the relationship between biodiversity and ecosystem services?

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Higher biodiversity typically enhances ecosystem services such as pollination, water purification, and climate regulation.

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What is the concept of ecological succession?

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Ecological succession is the process by which ecosystems change and develop over time, often following a disturbance.