Invasive Species

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What is a habitat?

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The place where an organism lives in order to obtain its food, water, shelter, and other things needed for survival.

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What is an invasive species?

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A non-native (not naturally found) species added to an area.

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What does biodiversity refer to?

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The variety of species on Earth.

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Which term describes a species that is not native to an area?

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Invasive Species.

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What is the opposite of an invasive species?

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Native Species.

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What does the term 'alien species' mean?

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A species that is introduced to a new environment where it is not originally from.

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What is a niche?

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The role or function of an organism or species within an ecosystem.

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What is the impact of invasive species on biodiversity?

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Invasive species can reduce biodiversity by outcompeting native species for resources.

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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 is an ecosystem?

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A community of living organisms and their interactions with their environment.