Biology Ch 3 Final Review

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What happens to the temperature if more greenhouse gases are released into the atmosphere?

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Temperature goes up.

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Certain gases in the atmosphere – water vapor, carbon dioxide, methane and nitrous oxide – help maintain the Earth’s temperatures and climate. These are called: __________ .

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Greenhouse gases.

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The study of the interaction of organisms in the biosphere with each other and with their surroundings, or environment is known as?

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Ecology.

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What is the definition of ecology?

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The scientific study of interactions among organisms and between organisms and their environment.

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What is climate?

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Describes the weather conditions over a long time, at least thirty years.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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

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What are biomes?

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Large ecological areas on the Earth's surface, with flora and fauna adapting to their environment.

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What is biodiversity?

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The variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat or ecosystem.

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What is an ecosystem?

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A community of living organisms and their interactions with their environment.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term patterns.