Invasive Species and Natural Changes

What is the impact of invasive species on native ecosystems and biodiversity?

• Invasive species help improve the biodiversity of native ecosystems

• Invasive species only have a positive impact on native ecosystems

• Invasive species have no impact on native ecosystems

• Invasive species can outcompete native species, disrupt food chains, and alter habitats.

Select all that apply. What are some methods used for the control and eradication of invasive species?

• biological control and habitat restoration

• Mechanical removal and chemical control

• Prayer and meditation

• Luring with food and Genetic modification

Can you provide examples of invasive species and their impact on the environment?

• Examples of invasive species include zebra mussels, Asian carp, and kudzu. Their impact on the environment includes outcompeting native species, altering habitats, and disrupting food chains.

• Goldfish, sunfish, and trout

• Daisies, tulips, and roses

• Cats, dogs, and rabbits

Select all that apply. How do invasive species spread and colonize new areas?

• Through human activities

• Through natural dispersal

• Through underground tunnels

• Through intentional introduction

Select all that apply. What are the effects of Volcanos

• Destruction of homes

• Ash clouds, lava flows, pyroclastic flows, release of gases
• Earthquakes
• Hurricanes

What are some of the environmental consequences of invasive species?

• Invasive species can outcompete native species for resources, disrupt ecosystems, reduce biodiversity, introduce new diseases and parasites, and alter the physical environment.

• Invasive species have no impact on the environment

• Invasive species do not introduce new diseases or parasites

• Invasive species help increase biodiversity

How are humans related to the spread of invasive species?

• Humans contribute to the spread of invasive species through their activities such as international trade, travel, and transportation of goods and materials.

• The spread of invasive species is caused by humans' interest in space exploration

• Invasive species are spread by humans through their use of renewable energy sources

• Humans spread invasive species through their consumption of exotic foods

How can we treat our earth responsibly?

• By ignoring environmental regulations and laws
• By reducing, reusing, and recycling, conserving water and energy, and supporting sustainable practices.
• By wasting resources and polluting the environment
• By promoting deforestation and habitat destruction

How do natural changes on Earth contribute to the spread of invasive species?

• The spread of invasive species is solely caused by human activity

• Invasive species are not affected by changes in the environment

• Natural changes on Earth can create new habitats and disrupt ecosystems, providing opportunities for invasive species to thrive and spread.

• Natural changes on Earth have no impact on the spread of invasive species

Select all that apply. Can you provide examples of using resources with responsibility to prevent the spread of invasive species?

• Cleaning boats and equipment before moving them between bodies of water

• Implementing strict quarantine measures for imported plants and animals

• Encouraging the release of non-native fish into local waterways

• Educating the public about the dangers of releasing non-native species into the wild.