Invasive Species

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What is the term for when one organism captures and feeds on another organism?

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Predation

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How do invasive species affect the number of native species' food?

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Invasive species increase in number quickly, leading to less food for native species.

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What is the introduction of harmful materials into the environment called?

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Pollution

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TRUE or FALSE? Invasive species can be introduced to an ecosystem intentionally (on purpose).

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True

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What do we call any relationship in which two different species use each other to live?

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Symbiosis

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What is an invasive species?

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A species that is not native to a specific location and causes harm to the environment, economy, or human health.

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What is competition in ecology?

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Competition occurs when two or more species or individuals vie for the same resources in an ecosystem.

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What is the ecological impact of invasive species?

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Invasive species can disrupt local ecosystems, outcompete native species, and lead to biodiversity loss.

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What is an example of an invasive species?

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The zebra mussel is an example of an invasive species that disrupts aquatic ecosystems.

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What is the difference between native and invasive species?

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Native species are those that naturally occur in a specific area, while invasive species are introduced and can cause harm.

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