Chapter 3 Living Resources

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What is selective cutting?

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Selective cutting is a forestry practice where only certain trees are cut down, allowing the forest to maintain its overall structure and health.

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What is a benefit of selective cutting?

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Selective cutting reduces erosion and preserves habitat.

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What is a cost of aquaculture?

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A cost of aquaculture is that having fish in caged areas along the coastline could destroy natural habitat.

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What is poaching?

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Poaching is the illegal hunting or capturing of wild animals, often for their valuable parts, such as fur or tusks.

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What are genes?

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Genes are structures in an organism's cells that carry hereditary information.

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What is taxol?

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Taxol is a chemical derived from the Pacific yew tree that is used to treat cancer.

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What is 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 importance of preserving habitats?

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Preserving habitats is crucial for maintaining biodiversity and ensuring the survival of various species.

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What is overfishing?

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Overfishing is the practice of catching too many fish at once, leading to a decline in fish populations.

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What is bycatch?

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Bycatch refers to the unintentional capture of non-target species while fishing.