Biodiversity Review

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Define ecosystem diversity

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Variety of ecosystems in a given area.

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What is an example of an invasive species?

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Kudzu.

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What is an invasive species?

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A non-native (not naturally found) species added to an area.

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A good example of the fragmentation of habitat would be _____?

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Building a road through the woods.

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Why do populations of invasive species grow so quickly?

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They have no predators.

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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 are keystone species?

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Species that have a disproportionately large effect on their environment relative to their abundance.

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What is habitat loss?

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The destruction or alteration of the natural environment, leading to a decline in biodiversity.

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What is the difference between native and non-native species?

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Native species are naturally found in an area, while non-native species are introduced from other regions.

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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 balance in the ecosystem.