Ecosystem Restoration Amplify Vocabulary

A system made up of organisms interacting with one another

• biology

• abiotic

• biotic

• ecosystem

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What is an ecosystem?

• A single species in its natural environment.

• A community of living organisms and their physical environment interacting as a system.

• A type of animal adapted to forest life.

• A conservation program to protect endangered species.

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What is the primary goal of ecosystem restoration?

• To increase biodiversity

• To eliminate all non-native species

• To create artificial habitats

• To reduce human population

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Which of the following is a key component of an ecosystem?

• Rocks

• Water

• Sunlight

• All of the above

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What does the term 'biodiversity' refer to in an ecosystem?

• The variety of species within a given ecosystem

• The number of plants in a forest

• The amount of rainfall in a region

• The temperature range of an area

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Which process is essential for nutrient cycling in ecosystems?

• Photosynthesis

• Decomposition

• Evaporation

• Condensation

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What role do keystone species play in an ecosystem?

• They are the most abundant species

• They have a large impact on the structure of the ecosystem

• They are the smallest species

• They are the least important species

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Which of the following is an example of a mutualistic relationship in an ecosystem?

• A lion hunting a zebra

• A bee pollinating a flower

• A parasite infecting a host

• A bird eating a worm

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What is the effect of deforestation on ecosystems?

• Increases biodiversity

• Reduces carbon dioxide levels

• Destroys habitats

• Improves air quality

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How does climate change impact ecosystems?

• It stabilizes weather patterns

• It increases habitat diversity

• It causes shifts in species distribution

• It reduces the need for water

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