Ecology Test Review (SN)

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What is imprinting?

Back

Imprinting is a form of learning in which a young animal forms an attachment to the first moving object it sees, usually its parent, during a critical period shortly after birth.

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What happens to predator populations when prey decreases?

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The number of predators will begin to decrease due to a lack of food.

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What process releases oxygen into the atmosphere?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which plants, algae, and some bacteria convert light energy into chemical energy, releasing oxygen as a byproduct.

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What is bioaccumulation?

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Bioaccumulation is the process by which toxic substances build up in the tissues of living organisms over time, often passed from one trophic level to another.

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How does deforestation impact the water cycle?

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Deforestation leads to increased runoff, as there are fewer trees to absorb water, which can result in soil erosion and reduced water quality.

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What is the role of predators in an ecosystem?

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Predators help control the population of prey species, maintaining a balance in the ecosystem.

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Define social behavior in animals.

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Social behavior refers to interactions among individuals of the same species, which can include cooperation, competition, and communication.

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What is the difference between conditioned behavior and habituation?

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Conditioned behavior is learned through association, while habituation is a decrease in response to a repeated stimulus.

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What is transpiration?

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Transpiration is the process by which water is absorbed by plant roots, moves through plants, and is released as vapor through pores in leaves.

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Explain the concept of resource depletion.

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Resource depletion occurs when natural resources are consumed faster than they can be replenished, leading to scarcity.