Palm Oil/Orangutan Review

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What happens between organisms when space and resources are limited?

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Organisms compete when resources are limited. This makes the population go down.

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What does it mean when an ecosystem is 'resilient'?

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If there is a disruption (change), there is a higher chance that the ecosystem will be okay because there are more 'back up plans'.

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Define the term 'Sustainable Farm'.

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Sustainable farms do not cut down any natural habitat (they use land that has already been cleared).

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What does the term 'fluctuate' mean?

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To go up and down.

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Why are farmers planting more oil palms each year?

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It is used in many products that we consume and farmers make a lot of money from growing it.

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What is the primary reason for competition among organisms?

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Limited resources lead to competition among organisms.

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How does competition affect population size?

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Competition for limited resources typically leads to a decrease in population size.

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What is an example of a resilient ecosystem?

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A forest that can recover after a wildfire is an example of a resilient ecosystem.

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What practices are involved in sustainable farming?

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Sustainable farming includes practices that protect the environment and do not deplete natural resources.

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What is the impact of oil palm plantations on biodiversity?

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Oil palm plantations can lead to habitat loss and decreased biodiversity.