Ecology and Human Impact

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What is competition in ecology?

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Competition is an interaction where organisms struggle to obtain the resources they need, such as food, water, and space.

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What role does carbon dioxide play in global warming?

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Increased carbon dioxide traps more heat in the atmosphere, contributing to global warming.

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What type of symbiosis occurs when hummingbirds feed on nectar and pollinate flowers?

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Mutualism, as both the hummingbirds and the flowers benefit from the interaction.

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What does the ozone layer protect us from?

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The ozone layer protects us from harmful UV rays.

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True or False: Invasive species can crowd out native species.

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TRUE, invasive species can outcompete native species for resources.

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Define mutualism in ecology.

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Mutualism is a type of symbiotic relationship where both species benefit from the interaction.

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What is the impact of deforestation on biodiversity?

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Deforestation leads to habitat loss, which can decrease biodiversity by threatening the survival of various species.

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What are greenhouse gases?

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Greenhouse gases are gases that trap heat in the atmosphere, contributing to the greenhouse effect and global warming.

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Explain the concept of an ecosystem.

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An ecosystem is a community of living organisms interacting with their physical environment.

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What is the significance of the food chain?

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The food chain illustrates the flow of energy and nutrients through different trophic levels in an ecosystem.