Biodiversity- Environmental Science

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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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What is population growth in the context of environmental science?

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Population growth is the increase in the number of individuals in a population, which can lead to increased resource consumption and environmental strain.

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What is habitat fragmentation?

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Habitat fragmentation is the process by which large, continuous habitats are divided into smaller, isolated patches, often due to human activities.

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What are wildlife corridors?

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Wildlife corridors are protected areas that connect fragmented habitats, allowing animals to move safely between them and maintain genetic diversity.

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What is over-exploitation?

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Over-exploitation is the unsustainable use of natural resources, particularly species that have economic value, leading to population declines.

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What is secondary succession?

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Secondary succession is the process of ecological recovery that occurs in an area where a disturbance has destroyed a community but left the soil intact.

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What is the relationship between species diversity and distance from the mainland?

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Species diversity generally decreases as the distance from the mainland increases, due to limited dispersal opportunities for species.

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What is habitat loss?

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Habitat loss is the destruction or alteration of natural environments, often due to human activities such as urban development, agriculture, and deforestation.

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What are invasive species?

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Invasive species are non-native organisms that spread rapidly in a new environment, often outcompeting native species and disrupting ecosystems.

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What is pollution in the context of biodiversity?

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Pollution refers to the introduction of harmful substances or contaminants into the environment, which can negatively impact ecosystems and biodiversity.