Evolution and Ecology PJC

Evolution and Ecology PJC

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What is a population in ecology?

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A population refers to a group of individuals of the same species living in a specific area at the same time, such as a group of Canadian Geese living in a pond.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does an ecosystem include?

Back

An ecosystem includes both abiotic (non-living) and biotic (living) factors, such as animals, plants, water, and climate.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What is the Zone of Physiological Stress?

Back

The Zone of Physiological Stress is an ecological zone where few organisms can survive due to extreme temperatures, leading to the death of old and weak individuals.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is convergent evolution?

Back

Convergent evolution occurs when unrelated species evolve similar traits or adaptations, such as prehensile tails in opossums and new world monkeys.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is natural selection?

Back

Natural selection is the process where better-adapted organisms survive and reproduce, passing their traits to the next generation.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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Define community in ecology.

Back

A community is a group of different species living together in a specific area, interacting with each other.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What is the difference between abiotic and biotic factors?

Back

Abiotic factors are non-living components of an ecosystem (e.g., water, temperature), while biotic factors are living components (e.g., plants, animals).

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