HBIO Biodiversity

Biodiversity, aka biological diversity, usually refers to

• the same species in a general location

• the number of different species in a given area

• the number of animal species in a given area

• the number of plant species in a given area

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Image "B" shows more biodiversity than image "A". Why?

• Because "B" shows more different species than image "A"

• Because image "B" has less different species than "A"

• "A" has a greater number of same species plants so this statement is wrong.

• Both images show the same biodiversity

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Species that are clearly critical to the functioning of an ecosystem are known as

• biodiversity

• keystone species

• main species

• native species

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A species that is likely to become extinct if protective measures are not taken immediately is known as

• threatened species

• endemic species

• keystone species

• endangered species

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An exotic species is

• a species that is not native to a particular region

• a newly discovered species in a particular region

• a genetically modified species in a particular region

• a species that is native to a particular region

Which of the following result in the loss of biodiversity. Check all that apply

• loss of habitat

• addition of a keystone species

• herbivores over eating the producers

• a monoculture

Which of the following is a type of biodiversity index

• Shelia

• Sanford

• Simpson

• Shad

What is a cause of extinction?

• conservation

• poaching

• hunting limits

• immigration of organisms into the ecosystem

Which of the following is not true of a keystone species?

• They are typically a carnivore.

• They are typically an herbivore.

• They benefit many organisms in the ecosystem.

• They help maintain balance and biodiversity in the ecosystem.