Remediation Unit 4 Ecology Test

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What is a tropical rainforest?

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A tropical rainforest is a dense forest found in tropical regions, characterized by high rainfall (over 100 inches annually), warm temperatures, and a rich diversity of plant and animal life.

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What is the average annual rainfall in a tropical rainforest?

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Over 100 inches.

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How does air pollution affect plant life?

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Air pollution typically reduces photosynthesis in plants, leading to stunted growth and lower productivity.

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What happens to predator populations when prey becomes scarce?

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Predator populations typically decrease in number when prey becomes scarce due to lack of food.

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What is a grassland ecosystem?

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A grassland ecosystem is a biome characterized by open spaces dominated by grasses, with few trees, and is home to various herbivores and predators.

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What is the impact of severe drought on animal migration?

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Severe drought can lead to the migration of animals as they search for food and water.

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What is a food chain?

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A food chain is a linear sequence of organisms through which nutrients and energy pass as one organism eats another.

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What role do primary consumers play in a food chain?

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Primary consumers are herbivores that eat producers (plants) and are the second level in a food chain.

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What is a secondary consumer?

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A secondary consumer is an organism that eats primary consumers; they are typically carnivores or omnivores.

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll, converting carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.