Invasive Species

Invasive Species

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Science

4th - 5th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an invasive species?

Back

A plant or animal that does harm in its non-native environment.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a non-native species?

Back

A plant or animal that has been moved to a new place where it doesn't belong.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do most invasive species get to new areas?

Back

Humans take them accidentally or on purpose.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is ballast in a ship?

Back

A compartment that holds water, which can accidentally transport small organisms.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why can ballast water be a problem?

Back

It can move smaller fish or other organisms from their home to somewhere they don't belong.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What happens when invasive species reproduce quickly?

Back

They can outcompete native species for resources.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Can invasive species help the food web?

Back

No, they usually disrupt the food web.

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