Population Basics Review

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What is aposematic coloration?

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A pattern of color associated with an unpalatable or poisonous organism that functions as a defense by warning predators.

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What is Batesian mimicry?

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A type of mimicry in which a harmless species has evolved to imitate the warning signals of a harmful species to ward off predators.

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What is intraspecific competition?

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Competition that occurs between individuals of the same species.

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What is cryptic coloration?

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A defense that organisms use to disguise their appearance and blend in with their surroundings.

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What is interspecific competition?

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Competition that occurs between individuals of different species.

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Define mimicry in ecology.

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Mimicry is an evolutionary adaptation where one species evolves to resemble another species for protection or other advantages.

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What is the difference between aposematic and cryptic coloration?

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Aposematic coloration warns predators of toxicity, while cryptic coloration helps organisms blend into their environment.

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Give an example of Batesian mimicry.

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The viceroy butterfly mimics the toxic monarch butterfly to avoid predation.

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What role does competition play in ecosystems?

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Competition influences population dynamics, resource allocation, and species interactions within ecosystems.

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What is the significance of coloration in animal defense mechanisms?

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Coloration can serve as a warning to predators or help organisms avoid detection.