Biodiversity

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What is a keystone species?

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A species that plays a critical role in the health, maintenance, growth, or definition of an ecosystem.

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What does high biodiversity indicate about an ecosystem?

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High biodiversity is a sign of a healthy ecosystem.

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What does the prefix 'Bio' mean?

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Life.

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Why are sharks considered a keystone species?

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They scare off smaller fish that may overgraze an area of sea grass.

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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 an invasive species?

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A non-native species that spreads widely in a new habitat and causes harm to the environment, economy, or human health.

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What is an ecosystem engineer?

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A species that creates, significantly modifies, maintains, or destroys a habitat.

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What is the difference between species richness and species evenness?

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Species richness refers to the number of different species in a community, while species evenness refers to how evenly the individuals are distributed among those species.

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What role do predators play in an ecosystem?

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Predators help control the population of prey species, which can prevent overgrazing and maintain balance in the ecosystem.

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What is the significance of genetic diversity?

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Genetic diversity allows populations to adapt to changing environments and helps ensure the survival of species.