APES Unit 1 & 2 Finals Review

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What is species richness?

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Species richness refers to the number of different species represented in a given ecological community, typically measured in a specific area.

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What is an example of a biotic factor?

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Population is an example of a biotic factor, as it involves living organisms and their interactions.

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What are wetlands?

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Wetlands are areas where water covers the soil, either permanently or seasonally, and include swamps, marshes, and bogs.

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What is resource partitioning?

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Resource partitioning is how species allocate resources in different ways to reduce competition, allowing them to coexist.

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What is predation?

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Predation is a biological interaction where one organism (the predator) uses another organism (the prey) for energy; one benefits while the other suffers.

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Define biotic factors.

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Biotic factors are the living components of an ecosystem, including plants, animals, and microorganisms that affect the environment.

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Define abiotic factors.

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Abiotic factors are the non-living physical and chemical components of an ecosystem, such as temperature, water, and soil.

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What is a niche?

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A niche is the role or function of an organism or species within an ecosystem, including its habitat, resource use, and interactions with other organisms.

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What is competitive exclusion?

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Competitive exclusion is a principle stating that two species competing for the same resources cannot coexist if other ecological factors are constant.

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What are the three main types of wetlands?

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The three main types of wetlands are swamps, marshes, and bogs.