Understanding Indicator Species
Authored by Angelo Sombria
Science
11th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is an indicator species?
A species that is the most abundant in an ecosystem
A species that provides information about the health of an ecosystem
A species that is the largest predator in an ecosystem
A species that is used for commercial purposes
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is an example of an indicator species?
African Elephant
Polar Bear
Lichen
Blue Whale
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3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Indicator species are often used to assess which of the following?
Economic growth
Ecosystem health
Population density
Climate change
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of an indicator species?
Sensitive to environmental changes
Provides early warning of ecological changes
Always the top predator in the food chain
Reflects the quality of the environment
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why are amphibians often considered good indicator species?
They are immune to pollutants
They have a short lifespan
They are sensitive to changes in water quality
They are found only in tropical regions
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is a reason why lichens are used as indicator species?
They grow quickly
They are resistant to pollution
They absorb pollutants from the air
They are found in deserts
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7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What role do indicator species play in conservation biology?
They help identify areas that need protection
They are used to increase biodiversity
They are bred in captivity for release
They are used to control pest populations
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