L9 Ecosystem Services FLASHCARD

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Why are wetlands important to maintaining biodiversity?

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All of the above: water filtration, flood prevention, habitat preservation.

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What happens to any forest ecosystem when the land is cleared for farming?

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The forest ecosystem will be destroyed.

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How does population growth affect natural resources?

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The more people on the planet, the less natural resources that are available for each person.

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When does overharvesting (overhunting) occur?

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when humans hunt, fish, or harvest a species faster than it can replace its population

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What design solution would most benefit the people to prevent shoreline erosion from water-crafts?

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Line the shoreline with rocks or plant native plants on the shore (Soil Erosion Prevention)

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Habitat destruction is one of the top causes of biodiversity loss. Habitat protection and restoration is vital to preserve species. Which of the following ecosystem services will be saved with this design solution? More medicines derived from natural sources, More varieties of food sources, Education and recreation, All of the above

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All of the above

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As the health of an ecosystem increases, the ......

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ecosystem services increase

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What ecosystem service would be lost with the loss of pollinators (bees, moths, butterflies)?

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crops that produce food for people to eat