APES Unit 2 Review

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What is high biodiversity and why is it important?

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High biodiversity means a variety of different species in an ecosystem, which allows the ecosystem to recover more effectively from disturbances.

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What does biodiversity richness refer to?

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Biodiversity richness refers to the number of different species present in a community.

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How does higher biodiversity affect ecosystem resilience?

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Higher biodiversity leads to higher ecosystem resilience, meaning ecosystems can better withstand and recover from environmental changes.

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What type of ecosystem service is provided by bees pollinating crops?

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Bees pollinating crops provide a supporting ecosystem service.

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Which fish species is better suited for a pond at 16 degrees Celsius?

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Brook Trout is better suited for a pond kept at 16 degrees Celsius.

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Define ecosystem resilience.

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Ecosystem resilience is the ability of an ecosystem to recover from disturbances and maintain its functions.

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What are provisioning services in an ecosystem?

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Provisioning services are the products obtained from ecosystems, such as food, fresh water, and raw materials.

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What are regulating services in an ecosystem?

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Regulating services are the benefits obtained from the regulation of ecosystem processes, such as climate regulation and flood control.

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What are cultural services in an ecosystem?

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Cultural services are the non-material benefits people obtain from ecosystems, such as recreation, aesthetic enjoyment, and spiritual enrichment.

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What is the difference between species richness and species evenness?

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Species richness refers to the number of different species in a community, while species evenness refers to how evenly the individuals are distributed among those species.