Flashcard 11 (Changes to Ecosystems, LS2-2) Practice

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What is biodiversity?

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Biodiversity refers to the variety of different species in a habitat. A habitat with more species is said to have greater biodiversity.

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Which habitat has the greatest biodiversity?

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A habitat with 15 different species with about 300 individuals each has the greatest biodiversity.

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What is a habitat?

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A habitat is the natural environment where an organism lives, including all living and non-living factors.

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What is a drought?

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A drought is a prolonged period of abnormally low rainfall, leading to water shortages.

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How do plants affect animal populations?

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Plants provide food and shelter for animals. If plants are removed, animal populations that depend on them may decrease.

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What happens to a predator population if its prey goes extinct?

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If a predator's prey goes extinct, the predator population may decrease due to lack of food.

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What is an ecosystem?

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An ecosystem is a community of living organisms interacting with their environment.

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What is the role of producers in an ecosystem?

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Producers, like plants, create their own food through photosynthesis and provide energy for other organisms.

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What is the impact of pollution on ecosystems?

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Pollution can harm plants and animals, disrupt food chains, and reduce biodiversity.

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What is a food chain?

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A food chain is a sequence that shows how energy and nutrients flow from one organism to another in an ecosystem.