Florida Ecosystem

Amelia and Mark are studying the impact of the Burmese Python in the Florida ecosystem. How do the effects of invasive species like the Burmese Python differ from those of native species in this ecosystem?

• Invasive species improve ecosystems, while native species harm them

• Invasive species disrupt ecosystems, while native species maintain balance

• Both have similar effects on ecosystems

• Native species cause more disruption than invasive species

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How does the variety of species in Florida contribute to tourism and recreation in the state?

• By decreasing the number of tourists

• By attracting tourists interested in unique wildlife

• By limiting recreational activities

• By reducing biodiversity

During a class discussion, Alex and Salyse were talking about the role of native species like the Florida Panther in Florida's ecosystems. What effect do these native species have on the population of herbivores?

• Increase the number of herbivores

• Control and reduce the population of herbivores

• Have no impact on herbivore populations

• Cause herbivores to migrate to other areas

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Amelia and Joel are studying the impact of the Burmese Python on the populations of small mammals in the Everglades. What have they observed?

• Increased the diversity of small mammals

• Decreased the populations of small mammals

• Had no effect on small mammal populations

• Helped small mammals thrive

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During a class discussion, Hailey and Louden learned about the impact of pollution and habitat destruction on the population of indicator species like the American Alligator. How does this environmental change affect their population?

• Increases their numbers

• Stabilizes their population

• Leads to a decline in their numbers

• Causes them to migrate to different habitats

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During a class discussion, Khalila asked about the importance of certain species in maintaining the balance of an ecosystem. What is the role of keystone species in an ecosystem?

• They are the most abundant species in the ecosystem

• They have a disproportionately large impact on their environment

• They are the primary producers in the ecosystem

• They are the top predators in the ecosystem

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During a class discussion, Alex and Alondra were talking about the importance of environmental conservation. What did they identify as the primary goal of environmental conservation?

• To increase the number of zoos worldwide

• To preserve and protect biodiversity

• To eliminate invasive species

• To promote urban development

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During a biology field trip, Mark and Khalila learned about a species whose presence or absence can indicate the health of an ecosystem. What is this type of species called?

• A species whose absence indicates the ecosystem is becoming unhealthy

• A species whose absence usually cause an ecosystem to collapse

• A species that normally thrives in the ecosystem

• A species that has been introduced to an ecosystem, but does not normally live there

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During a school trip to Florida, Alondra and Carl learned that the Gopher Tortoise creates burrows that become beneficial habitats for many other species, making it...

• an Invasive Species

• an Indicator Species

• a Non-native Species

• a Keystone Species

What is the primary role of mangroves in the Florida ecosystem?

• A) They provide habitat for marine life

• B) They increase soil erosion

• C) They decrease water quality

• D) They reduce biodiversity

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