2019 - 2015 - Biology EOC - Ecology

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What is territoriality in animal behavior?

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Territoriality is a behavior where animals defend a specific area against others of the same species, often through aggressive displays and sounds.

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What are limited resources in an ecological context?

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Limited resources refer to the finite availability of essential resources (like food, water, and space) that can restrict population growth and survival.

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How does the construction of a coal-burning power plant impact the environment?

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It contributes to the production of acid rain due to the release of sulfur dioxide and nitrogen oxides into the atmosphere.

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What is the consequence of rapid population growth on natural resources?

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It leads to more rapid depletion of natural resources, as increased population demands more food, water, and energy.

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What is innate behavior?

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Innate behavior is a natural instinctive response that an organism is born with, such as moths flying towards light.

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Define imprinting in animal behavior.

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Imprinting is a form of learning that occurs at a specific life stage, where a young animal forms attachments to the first moving object it sees, often a parent.

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What is conditioning in behavioral ecology?

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Conditioning is a learning process in which an animal learns to associate a specific stimulus with a particular response.

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Explain habituation in animal behavior.

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Habituation is a process where an animal learns to ignore a repeated, non-threatening stimulus, allowing it to focus on more important environmental cues.

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What is the significance of biodiversity in ecosystems?

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Biodiversity enhances ecosystem resilience, productivity, and stability, providing a wider range of resources and services.

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What are the effects of acid rain on the environment?

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Acid rain can harm aquatic ecosystems, damage forests, and degrade soil quality, affecting plant and animal life.