Environmental Science Semester 1 Exam Review

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What is habitat?

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A habitat is the natural environment in which an organism lives, providing the necessary resources for survival.

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Define mutualism.

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Mutualism is a symbiotic relationship where both organisms benefit from the interaction.

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Why is water called 'the universal solvent'?

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Water is called 'the universal solvent' because it can dissolve more substances than any other liquid.

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What percentage of energy is transferred between trophic levels?

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10% of energy is transferred between trophic levels, while 90% is lost as heat.

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What are the products of cellular respiration?

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The products of cellular respiration are carbon dioxide and water.

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What is an ecosystem?

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An ecosystem is a community of living organisms interacting with their physical environment.

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Define biodiversity.

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Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the warming of Earth’s surface due to the trapping of heat by greenhouse gases.

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What is an invasive species?

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An invasive species is a non-native organism that spreads widely in a new habitat, often harming native species.

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Define photosynthesis.

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants use sunlight to synthesize foods with carbon dioxide and water.