Bio Unit 1 & 2 Review for Final

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What does a bar graph represent in the context of climate data?

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A bar graph can represent various climate data such as temperature, precipitation, or wind direction. In this case, it represents precipitation.

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How do CO2 and other greenhouse gases contribute to global warming?

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They prevent heat energy from leaving the earth, leading to an increase in temperature.

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What is a limiting factor in ecology?

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A limiting factor is something that regulates the size of a population, affecting its growth and sustainability.

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What happens to carbon dioxide when forests are cleared or burned?

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Stored carbon dioxide is released into the atmosphere, affecting the carbon cycle.

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What is the definition of a biotic factor?

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A biotic factor refers to any living component that affects the ecosystem, such as plants, animals, and microorganisms.

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What is an abiotic factor?

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An abiotic factor refers to non-living components of the environment, such as temperature, water, and soil.

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Define carrying capacity in an ecosystem.

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Carrying capacity is the maximum number of individuals of a species that an environment can sustainably support.

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What role do trees play in the carbon cycle?

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Trees absorb carbon dioxide during photosynthesis, helping to regulate atmospheric CO2 levels.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the process by which certain gases trap heat in the atmosphere, keeping the Earth warm.

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What is biodiversity?

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Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem, including the number of species and genetic diversity.