Quiz 7.1

What is the correct hierarchy of taxonomic groups, from largest to smallest?

• A. family, genus, species, subspecies
• B. genus, family, subspecies, species
• C. family, genus, subspecies, species

Tigers living in warm climates have thinner coats of fur than tigers living in cool climates. This is a result of

• A. genetic diversity.
• B. general diversity.
• C. ecosystem diversity.

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What is the most direct method in which biodiversity can be used to provide a source of income?

• A. Ecotourism
• B. Theme park
• C. Ecosystem services

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For an ecosystem to remain stable, it must be?

• A. Resilient and Resistant
• B. Resourceful and stable climate
• C. Invasive and reliable

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Why is biodiversity valuable and desirable to humans?

• A. Medicine
• B. Agriculture
• C. Consumption
• D. All of the above

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What are 3 types of biodiversity?

• A. Species, Genetic, and Ecosystem
• B. Food, Animal, and Weather
• C. Tundra, Taiga, and Desert

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5

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Species diversity is increased through the process of?

• A. Ecosystem diversity
• B. Speciation
• C. Ecotourism

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Which one is an example of an area with a high ecosystem diversity?

• A. Rainforest
• B. Desert
• C. Tundra

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Which one is an example of an area with a low ecosystem diversity?

• A. Rainforest
• B. Desert
• C. Seashore with ocean waters

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Biodiversity is important in the field of medicine because many treatments have been created from plant compounds.

• A. True
• B. False