Population and Invasive Species Review

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What is the largest number of individuals of a population that the environment can support?

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Carrying capacity.

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What do you call a group of organisms of the same species living in the same place at the same time?

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Population.

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How do invasive species typically affect native species in an ecosystem?

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They compete for resources, often leading to a decline in native species.

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What is the primary cause of invasive species introduction?

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Human actions.

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What are groups of different species living in the same area at the same time called?

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Communities.

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Define 'invasive species'.

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Species that are non-native to an ecosystem and can cause harm to native species and their habitats.

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What is an ecosystem?

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A community of living organisms interacting with their physical environment.

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What is biodiversity?

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The variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem.

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What is mutualism?

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A symbiotic relationship where both species benefit.

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What is primary succession?

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The process of ecological change that occurs in an area where no soil exists.