Impact of Humans on Ecosystems

Crash Course Ecology, hosted by Hank Green, is a 12-episode series from 2014 that explores how organisms interact within ecosystems. The course covers community, population, and ecosystem ecology, examining how ecosystems recover from disasters and the role of elements like carbon and nitrogen. It emphasizes the importance of understanding human impact on ecosystems to improve our world.

Who is the host of the Crash Course Ecology series?

• John Green

• Hank Green

• David Attenborough

• Bill Nye

What year was the Crash Course Ecology series created?

• 2016

• 2014

• 2012

• 2010

Which of the following is NOT a focus area in the Crash Course Ecology series?

• Community Ecology

• Population Ecology

• Marine Biology

• Ecosystem Ecology

What is one of the topics discussed in the series related to ecosystem recovery?

• The impact of climate change on polar bears

• How ecosystems recover from natural or man-made disasters

• The role of photosynthesis in plant growth

• The migration patterns of birds

Which elements are mentioned as being significant to living things?

• Gold, Silver, and Platinum

• Iron, Calcium, and Sodium

• Carbon, Nitrogen, and Phosphorus

• Oxygen, Hydrogen, and Helium

What is the relationship between population dynamics and disease spread?

• Population dynamics only affect animal populations

• Population dynamics prevent the spread of disease

• Population dynamics contribute to the spread of disease

• Population dynamics have no effect on disease spread

What is the main reason humans have a significant impact on ecosystems?

• Humans are the largest species on the planet

• Humans are the current dominant species on the planet

• Humans are the most intelligent species

• Humans are the most adaptable species

What is the ultimate goal of understanding our impact on ecosystems?

• To eliminate all natural disasters

• To improve the environment for all species

• To dominate all other species

• To increase human population