Interdependence and the Importance of Biodiversity

An organism that others may depend on for survival is called a(n):

• Keystone Species

• Interdependent Species

• Diverse Species

• Vulnerable Species

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NGSS.MS-LS2-2

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Coral reefs are essential for the survival of other organisms. They provide:

• Microhabitats

• Shelter

• Breeding Grounds

• All of the above

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NGSS.MS-LS2-2

The tapir and agouti are ______ found in the Amazon Rainforest.

• Carnivores

• Omnivores

• Herbivores

• Decomposers

What may cause a species to become less genetically diverse?

• Isolation from members of its species

• Low population numbers

• Both A and B

• None of the Above

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NGSS.MS-LS3-2

Ecosystem diversity, species diversity, genetic diversity all intertwine to create ______.

• Vulnerability

• Biodiversity

• Interdependence

• Recycling

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5

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