DU Midterm Review #1

Front

What is the primary factor in determining the type of biome in an area?

Back

Climate

Front

What percentage of the earth do rainforests cover?

Back

Six percent

Front

In what year was the Clean Water and Air Act created?

Back

1978

Front

Which factor does NOT affect biodiversity in an ecosystem?

Back

Soil composition

Front

Which service do forests NOT provide?

Back

Replenishing carbon dioxide

Front

Define 'biodiversity'.

Back

The variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem.

Front

What is the role of climate in ecosystems?

Back

It influences the types of plants and animals that can survive in a biome.

Front

List three services provided by forests.

Back

1. Storing carbon dioxide 2. Minimizing soil erosion 3. Improving water quality

Front

What is habitat destruction?

Back

The process in which natural habitat is rendered unable to support the species present.

Front

Explain the impact of climate change on biodiversity.

Back

Climate change can alter habitats, leading to species migration, extinction, and changes in ecosystem dynamics.