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Great Biodiversity = Great Sustainability
True
False
Biodiversity is best described as...
the amount of different species of organisms (plants and animals) living in the same area.
when only a few species inhabit an area.
when only one organism (plants and animals) is found living in one area.
the variety of life in the world or in a particular habitat or ecosystem
biodiversity
demography
carrying capacity
poaching
A species form that supports an entire ecosystem.
Keystone Species
Herbivores
Umbrella Species
Predators
What is a keystone species?
A species that helps to hold an ecosystem together
A species that lives in or around rocks
Keys and stones have nothing to do with ecology
A keystone isn't a living thing, it's just a stone
Why are bees considered a keystone species?
The honey they make supports the bear population
They pollinate flowers that produce fruit which supports the ecosystem
They sting when threatened
They live in hives
Why are some sharks considered a keystone species?
Because they are a top predator
They scare off smaller fish that may overgraze an area of sea grass
They are tertiary consumers
They are cartilaginous
According to most scientists, what is the ultimate cause of most mass extinctions?
overhunting
evolution of new species to replace old ones
major change in environment
asteroid impact
Species that are in danger of becoming extinct are called __________.
endangered
not lucky
extinct
in a jam
When a plant or animal becomes extinct, it is gone _______.
forever
until next week
for 5 years
to sleep
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