Chapter 4 Practice

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What is resource partitioning?

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Resource partitioning is the process where different species divide a limited resource, such as food, in order to avoid competition and coexist in an ecosystem.

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What is a bottleneck in population genetics?

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A bottleneck is an event that drastically reduces the size of a population, leading to a loss of genetic diversity.

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What type of animals are specialists?

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Specialists are animals that have a narrow ecological niche and are highly adapted to specific environments or resources.

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What defines a predator?

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A predator is an organism that directly feeds on another living organism.

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What are generalists in ecology?

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Generalists are animals that can adapt to a wide range of habitats and utilize a variety of resources.

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What is the significance of genetic diversity in a population?

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Genetic diversity is important for the adaptability and survival of a population, allowing it to respond to environmental changes.

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How do specialists differ from generalists?

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Specialists thrive in specific environments, while generalists can survive in a variety of habitats.

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What is the role of competition in ecosystems?

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Competition occurs when species vie for the same limited resources, influencing population dynamics and community structure.

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What is an example of resource partitioning?

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An example of resource partitioning is different bird species feeding on insects at different heights in the same tree.

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What happens to a population during a bottleneck event?

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During a bottleneck event, the population size decreases significantly, which can lead to reduced genetic variation.