Benefits of Biodiversity

What is the definition of biodiversity? 

• the increase in concentration of a pollutant as you move up the food chain 

• the variety of life in a habitat or ecosystem

What does "marine" mean? 

• saltwater 

• freshwater

If kelp is a producer, what does it produce (make)?

• food (glucose) and oxygen

• waste and carbon dioxide

Looking at the two food webs, which one looks more diverse and stable? 

• A

• B

What happens to an ecosystem without its keystone species? 

Which National Park is your favorite? Why (use the word because)?

List three reasons why biodiversity is important.