Disruption of Ecosystems

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What is an ecosystem?

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An ecosystem is a community of living organisms (plants, animals, and microorganisms) interacting with each other and their physical environment.

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What does biodiversity mean?

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Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem, including the number of different species.

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What is overpopulation in an ecosystem?

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Overpopulation occurs when a species' population exceeds the carrying capacity of its environment, leading to resource depletion.

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What are native species?

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Native species are organisms that naturally occur in a specific region or ecosystem.

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What are non-native species?

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Non-native species are organisms that are introduced to an ecosystem where they do not naturally occur.

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What is the impact of climate change on ecosystems?

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Climate change can lead to habitat loss, altered species interactions, and increased extinction rates, harming many species.

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What does extinction mean?

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Extinction is the permanent loss of a species from the planet.

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What is the role of predators in an ecosystem?

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Predators help control the population of prey species, maintaining balance in the ecosystem.

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What is habitat destruction?

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Habitat destruction is the process by which natural habitat becomes incapable of supporting its native species.

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What is the significance of keystone species?

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Keystone species are crucial for maintaining the structure of an ecosystem; their removal can lead to significant changes.