MED Review

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What is the interaction between lake water evaporation and the environment?

Back

The interaction is between the atmosphere and hydrosphere.

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Which layer of the atmosphere contains our weather?

Back

Troposphere.

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What is the term for an ecosystem's ability to resist damage and recover quickly from disturbances?

Back

Resilience.

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What is the largest number of individuals that an environment can support long term called?

Back

Carrying capacity.

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What occurs if a population exceeds its carrying capacity?

Back

The population starts to die off.

Front

Define hydrosphere.

Back

The hydrosphere includes all the water on Earth, including lakes, rivers, oceans, and water vapor in the atmosphere.

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What is the significance of the troposphere in relation to weather?

Back

The troposphere is the lowest layer of the atmosphere where weather occurs due to the presence of water vapor and temperature changes.

Front

Explain the concept of resilience in ecosystems.

Back

Resilience refers to the ability of an ecosystem to absorb disturbances and still maintain its basic structure and function.

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What factors can affect an ecosystem's resilience?

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Factors include biodiversity, the presence of keystone species, and the ecosystem's health and stability.

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What is the relationship between carrying capacity and resource availability?

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Carrying capacity is determined by the availability of resources such as food, water, and shelter in an environment.