09/24 and 25 Species Diversity

Open Ended

Why is biodiversity important for the health of an ecosystem?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a characteristic of generalist species?

• They have broad niches and can tolerate a wide variety of environmental conditions.

• They are only found in one specific habitat.

• They cannot survive habitat loss.

• They require very specific food sources.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes a specialist species?

• A species that has a narrow niche and is sensitive to habitat loss

• A species that can live in a wide variety of environments

• A species that is always endangered

• A species that is not affected by habitat changes

Open Ended

Look up an example of an endangered species and share it here with the class.

Multiple Choice

How can removing a keystone species impact an ecosystem?

• It increases the population of all species.
• It has no effect on the ecosystem.
• It only affects the keystone species itself.
• It can lead to loss of biodiversity.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an effect of invasive species on an ecosystem?

• Increase biodiversity

• Disrupt food chains

• Improve soil quality

• Support native species

Multiple Choice

Species that are native to and found only within a limited area.

• endemic

• exotic

• endangered

• extinct

6 Week Cycle Assessment

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Click on "Environmental Science 6-Week Cycle" assignment. Begin the assessment when you are ready. You only have 1 attempt. There is no time limit. If you are not able to finish the assessment today in class, you may pause to finish it later. The 6 week cycle Assessment is due by the end of the day Friday.