U2 L7: Biodiversity & Ecosystems

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What is a Keystone Species?

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A species that has a critical role in maintaining the structure of an ecological community.

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What are Genes?

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Genes are the basic units of heredity in living organisms that determine their traits.

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What is Poaching?

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The illegal hunting or capturing of wild animals.

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What is a Drought?

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A prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall.

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What is Land Reclamation?

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Land reclamation is the process of restoring an area of land to a previous state.

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What is Biodiversity?

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Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem.

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What is an Ecosystem?

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

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What is Habitat Loss?

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Habitat loss is the destruction or alteration of the natural environment where species live.

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What is Endangered Species?

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An endangered species is a species at risk of extinction due to habitat loss, poaching, or other factors.

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What is Invasive Species?

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Invasive species are non-native organisms that disrupt local ecosystems.