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What happens to the price of crops when groundwater resources are depleted?

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The prices will likely increase because of the reduced supply of water.

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NGSS.HS-ESS3-1

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What is the term for when two species, like the viceroy and monarch butterflies, look similar and are both distasteful to predators?

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Mullerian mimicry.

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What do we call many individuals of one species together in one place?

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A population.

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What type of ethical worldview do individuals concerned about protecting a rare species of lizard likely have?

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Biocentric.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5

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Which kind of niche takes competition between organisms into account?

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Realized niche.

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What is the definition of a population in ecology?

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A group of individuals of the same species living in a specific area.

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What is biocentrism?

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An ethical perspective that values all living things and their right to exist.

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NGSS.HS-LS2-7

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What is the difference between fundamental and realized niches?

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Fundamental niche is the potential mode of existence, while realized niche is the actual mode of existence considering competition.

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What is the significance of groundwater in agriculture?

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Groundwater is a crucial resource for irrigation, and its depletion can lead to increased crop prices.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-1

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What is an example of an ecocentric worldview?

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An ecocentric worldview prioritizes the health of ecosystems over individual species or human interests.

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NGSS.HS-ESS3-4