Biodiversity and Conservation

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What is biodiversity?

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Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem, including the diversity of species, genetic diversity, and ecosystem diversity.

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What are the three main components of biodiversity?

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The three main components of biodiversity are species diversity, genetic diversity, and ecosystem diversity.

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Define invasive species.

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An invasive species is a non-native species that, when introduced to a new environment, can cause harm to the ecosystem, economy, or human health.

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What is biomagnification?

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Biomagnification is the process by which the concentration of toxic substances increases in organisms at each successive level of the food chain.

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What is ecosystem diversity?

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Ecosystem diversity refers to the variety of ecosystems present in a given area, including different habitats, communities, and ecological processes.

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What are natural resources?

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Natural resources are materials or substances that occur in nature and can be used for economic gain, such as minerals, fossil fuels, plants, animals, clean water, and solar energy.

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What is genetic diversity?

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Genetic diversity is the variety of genes within a species, which contributes to the adaptability and survival of the species.

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Why is biodiversity important for ecosystems?

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Biodiversity is important for ecosystems because it enhances resilience, stability, and productivity, allowing ecosystems to better withstand environmental changes.

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What are the threats to biodiversity?

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Threats to biodiversity include habitat destruction, climate change, pollution, overexploitation, and the introduction of invasive species.

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What is conservation biology?

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Conservation biology is the scientific study of how to protect and restore biodiversity, focusing on the preservation of species, habitats, and ecosystems.