Palm Oil/Orangutan Review

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What is palm oil?

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Palm oil is a type of edible vegetable oil derived from the fruit of the oil palm tree, widely used in food products, cosmetics, and biofuels.

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Why do farmers plant more oil palms each year?

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Farmers plant more oil palms because they are used in many products that we consume and they can make a lot of money from growing them.

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What is the impact of orangutan extinction on fruit trees?

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If orangutans go extinct, the fruit tree population would likely decrease because orangutans help in seed dispersal.

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What happens when resources are limited for organisms?

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When resources are limited, organisms compete for those resources, which can lead to a decrease in population.

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Why is the Monarch butterfly population decreasing?

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The Monarch butterfly population is decreasing because Milkweed, a critical resource for them, is decreasing.

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What is the relationship between oil palm farming and orangutan populations?

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Increasing the amount of land used for oil palm farms results in a decrease in orangutan populations.

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What role do orangutans play in their ecosystem?

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Orangutans are important for seed dispersal, which helps maintain the diversity and health of their forest ecosystem.

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What is competition in ecology?

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Competition in ecology refers to the struggle between organisms for limited resources such as food, space, and mates.

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How does deforestation affect biodiversity?

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Deforestation reduces biodiversity by destroying habitats, leading to the extinction of species and loss of ecosystem services.

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What are some products that contain palm oil?

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Palm oil is found in many products, including snacks, baked goods, margarine, and personal care items like soap and cosmetics.