Semester 1 Exam Review

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What causes species to become extinct?

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Species become extinct when they are not able to adapt to changes in the environment.

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What is the role of a wildlife biologist in studying animal migration?

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A wildlife biologist monitors migrating animals to understand how different populations compete for abiotic factors like food and water.

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What are the three types of interactions in symbiotic relationships?

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1. Benefits; 2. Harmed; 3. Unaffected.

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What is natural selection?

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Natural selection is the process where organisms better adapted to their environment tend to survive and produce more offspring.

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What is Newton's Law of Gravity?

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Newton's Law of Gravity states that every mass attracts every other mass in the universe, and it is based on supporting data and evidence.

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What is an abiotic factor?

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An abiotic factor is a non-living part of an ecosystem that affects living organisms, such as water, sunlight, and minerals.

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What is a symbiotic relationship?

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A symbiotic relationship is a close interaction between two different species, which can be beneficial, harmful, or neutral.

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What is competition in an ecosystem?

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Competition occurs when organisms vie for the same resources, such as food, water, or space.

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What is adaptation?

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Adaptation is a trait that helps an organism survive and reproduce in its environment.

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What is the significance of biodiversity?

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Biodiversity is important because it enhances ecosystem productivity and stability, providing resilience against environmental changes.

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