Biodiversity Test Flashcards

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What is biodiversity?

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The variety of genes, species, and ecosystems in an area.

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How does higher biodiversity affect ecosystems?

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It increases the ecosystem's ability to adapt to disturbances.

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What is timber production associated with?

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Timber production is not typically associated with wetlands.

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What would happen if bees went extinct?

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There would be a significant decline in flowering plant species.

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What role do coral reefs play in coastal areas?

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They protect shorelines from storms and erosion.

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What is a characteristic of permaculture?

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Permaculture has higher biodiversity.

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What defines a healthy grassland ecosystem?

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Diverse plant and animal species.

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What are endemic species?

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Species that have evolved to live in a specific geographic location.

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What role can introduced species play in ecosystems?

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They can sometimes fill important ecological roles.

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How does climate change affect species?

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It may cause shifts in species distributions and extinctions.