EC-25

Which concept best aligns with understanding how organisms interact and how these interactions influence population stability over time?

• Ecosystem dynamics

• Molecular stoichiometry

• Plate tectonics

• Quantum entanglement

The primary purpose of the module is to equip learners with which of the following?

• Historical timelines of geology

• An understanding of ecosystem dynamics and conservation strategies

• Advanced calculus techniques

• Laboratory safety certification

Which pair of key concepts most directly supports designing actions to protect biodiversity while maintaining ecological function?

• Ecological principles and Conservation strategies

• Atomic orbitals and Wave functions

• Classical mechanics and Thermodynamics

• Gene editing and Proteomics

A learning outcome states that students should be able to apply ecological principles to real-world problems. Which task best demonstrates this outcome?

• Memorizing the names of biomes

• Calculating the mean of a dataset without context

• Proposing a management plan to stabilize a degraded wetland

• Reciting the definition of photosynthesis

Which term best describes environmental changes or effects resulting from human activities?

• Biogenic

• Anthropogenic

• Abiotic

• Autochthonous

Eutrophication most directly refers to which ecological process?

• Increase in biodiversity due to habitat fragmentation

• Nutrient enrichment of water bodies leading to algal blooms

• Reduction in greenhouse gases through carbon sequestration

• Introduction of non-native predators to an ecosystem

In a content mapping framework for a module, what is the primary purpose of mapping outcomes to content sections?

• To replace assessments with glossaries

• To align learning objectives with specific instructional materials

• To remove overlap between different textbooks

• To standardize grading rubrics across schools

Which option best matches the role of a glossary in a science module?

• Lists experimental results for replication

• Provides curated definitions of key terms to ensure common understanding

• Summarizes entire chapters into bullet points

• Offers biographies of scientists mentioned in the text

Which scenario exemplifies an anthropogenic cause of eutrophication?

• Seasonal leaf fall increasing detritus in streams

• Upwelling bringing nutrients to coastal waters

• Agricultural fertilizer runoff entering a lake

• Volcanic ash deposition after an eruption

Which statement best distinguishes anthropogenic impacts from natural ecological processes?

• Anthropogenic impacts originate from human actions, whereas natural processes occur without direct human influence

• Both anthropogenic impacts and natural processes are exclusively abiotic

• Natural processes are always beneficial; anthropogenic impacts are always harmful

• Anthropogenic impacts only occur in urban ecosystems