FQ 8 - pgs 40-45 9/24

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What are genes structurally organized in?

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Chromosomes

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What field focuses on interactions between biotic and abiotic factors of a specific location?

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Ecosystems

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Why do scientists calculate the number of species in an area?

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To understand the degree of biological diversity.

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What type of value assessment focuses on the benefit species give to humans?

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Instrumental value.

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Which type of variation is NOT a type of genotypic diversity?

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Variation within communities.

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Define chromosomes.

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Structures within cells that contain DNA and carry genetic information.

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What is an ecosystem?

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A community of living organisms interacting with their physical environment.

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What is biological diversity?

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The variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem.

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What is instrumental value in ecology?

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The value of species based on the benefits they provide to humans.

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What is genotypic diversity?

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The variation in the genetic makeup among individuals within a population.