Homeostasis Storyline Review

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What is homeostasis?

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Homeostasis is the process by which living organisms maintain a stable internal environment despite changes in external conditions.

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What is a keystone species?

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A keystone species is a species that has a disproportionately large effect on its environment relative to its abundance, often maintaining the structure of the ecosystem.

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What happens to biodiversity when a keystone species is removed?

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Biodiversity typically goes down when a keystone species is removed from an ecosystem.

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What is cellular respiration?

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Cellular respiration is the process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy (ATP), carbon dioxide, and water.

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What are trophic levels?

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Trophic levels are the hierarchical levels in an ecosystem, comprising producers, primary consumers, secondary consumers, and top consumers.

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What organisms are found in trophic level 2?

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Secondary consumers, which primarily eat primary consumers.

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What is species diversity?

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Species diversity refers to the variety of different species within a given area, including both plants and animals.

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What is carrying capacity?

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Carrying capacity is the maximum population size of a species that an environment can sustain indefinitely without degrading the habitat.

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What is the effect of overpopulation on an ecosystem?

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Overpopulation can lead to resource depletion, habitat destruction, and a decline in biodiversity.

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What is the role of producers in an ecosystem?

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Producers, such as plants, convert sunlight into energy through photosynthesis, forming the base of the food chain.