4.2 - Biodiversity and Populations

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What is Biodiversity?

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Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem, including the diversity of species, genetic variation, and ecosystem diversity.

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Define Species Abundance.

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Species Abundance is the number of individuals of a particular species within a given area.

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What is Species Richness?

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Species Richness is the total number of different species present in a specific area.

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Explain the concept of a Niche.

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A Niche is the role or function of an organism or species within an ecosystem, including its habitat, resource use, and interactions with other organisms.

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What is a Stable Habitat?

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A Stable Habitat is an environment that remains relatively unchanged over time, providing consistent conditions for the organisms living there.

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What is an Extreme Habitat?

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An Extreme Habitat is an environment that has extreme conditions, such as high temperatures, salinity, or pressure, which can be challenging for most organisms.

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What is Species Diversity?

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Species Diversity is a measure of the variety of species in a given area, taking into account both species richness and species abundance.

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What is a Specialized Niche?

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A Specialized Niche is a specific role or function that a species occupies, often adapted to particular environmental conditions or resources.

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How do habitats with high biodiversity benefit ecosystems?

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Habitats with high biodiversity are more resilient, provide more ecosystem services, and support a wider range of species interactions.

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What factors can affect Biodiversity?

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Factors affecting biodiversity include habitat destruction, climate change, pollution, invasive species, and overexploitation of resources.