Introduction to Ecology Test

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What is a Population in ecology?

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A population is a group of individuals of the same species living in a specific area.

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What do Autotrophs/Producers do?

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Autotrophs/Producers create their own food using sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide.

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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 the significance of a small population size?

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A small population size, like 25, is more likely to go extinct due to factors like lack of genetic diversity.

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What is an Omnivore?

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An omnivore is an organism that eats both plants and animals.

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What is a Community in ecology?

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A community is made up of different populations of species living together in a specific area.

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What is a Biome?

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A biome is a large area characterized by specific climate conditions and types of plants and animals.

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What is the Biosphere?

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The biosphere is the global sum of all ecosystems, where life exists on Earth.

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What role do Green Plants play in an ecosystem?

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Green plants are producers that convert sunlight into energy through photosynthesis.

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What is the difference between a Population and a Community?

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A population consists of one species, while a community includes multiple species.