Populations and Resources Critical Juncture

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What is a population in ecology?

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A population is a group of individuals of the same species living in a specific area at the same time.

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What factors can cause a population to decrease?

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A population can decrease if more individuals die than are born, or if individuals leave the area.

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What is the term for when a population increases?

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Population growth.

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What does it mean when a population is stable?

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A stable population means that the number of births and deaths are roughly equal, so the population size remains constant.

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What is carrying capacity?

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Carrying capacity is the maximum number of individuals of a species that an environment can support sustainably.

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What is a critical juncture in population dynamics?

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A critical juncture is a point in time when significant changes occur in a population's size or health due to environmental factors.

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What role do predators play in population dynamics?

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Predators can control the size of prey populations, preventing overpopulation and promoting balance in the ecosystem.

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What is the difference between immigration and emigration?

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Immigration is the arrival of individuals into a population, while emigration is the departure of individuals from a population.

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How can human activities impact wildlife populations?

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Human activities such as habitat destruction, pollution, and overfishing can lead to declines in wildlife populations.

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What is the significance of biodiversity in ecosystems?

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Biodiversity contributes to ecosystem resilience, stability, and the ability to recover from disturbances.