Ecology Practice

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What is mullerian mimicry?

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Mullerian mimicry is a form of mimicry where two or more unpalatable species evolve to resemble each other, enhancing their protection from predators.

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What is the difference between K-selected and r-selected species?

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K-selected species, like kangaroos, tend to have fewer offspring with higher parental care, while r-selected species, like mice, produce many offspring with little to no parental care.

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What factors primarily affect the distribution of biomes?

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The most important factors affecting the distribution of biomes are temperature and rainfall.

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What is a uniform dispersion pattern?

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A uniform dispersion pattern occurs when individuals are evenly spaced in an area, often due to competition for resources.

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Give an example of a K-selected species.

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K-selected species include kangaroos, elephants, and humans.

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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 sustainably support.

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What is commensalism?

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Commensalism is a type of symbiotic relationship where one species benefits while the other is neither helped nor harmed.

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What is mutualism?

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Mutualism is a symbiotic relationship where both species benefit from the interaction.

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What is Batesian mimicry?

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Batesian mimicry is a form of mimicry where a harmless species evolves to resemble a harmful or unpalatable species to avoid predation.

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What is the significance of temperature in biome distribution?

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Temperature influences the types of vegetation and animal life that can thrive in a biome, affecting its overall ecosystem.