APES Unit 2 Review

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Can organisms tolerate any range of temperature, salinity, and pH?

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False

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What happens to genetic diversity when a species undergoes a bottleneck effect due to a natural disturbance?

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The genetic diversity will be decreased.

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Why is high biodiversity important in an ecosystem?

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It means that the ecosystem is more able to recover from disturbances.

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What does higher biodiversity indicate about ecosystem resilience?

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Higher biodiversity equals higher ecosystem resilience.

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What is a population's zone of intolerance?

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The range where organisms will die.

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What is the definition of biodiversity?

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

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How does biodiversity affect ecosystem stability?

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Higher biodiversity generally leads to greater ecosystem stability.

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What is the relationship between biodiversity and ecosystem services?

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

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What is a keystone species?

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A keystone species is one whose impact on its ecosystem is disproportionately large relative to its abundance.

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What is the significance of genetic diversity within a population?

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Genetic diversity is crucial for a population's ability to adapt to changing environments.