LT 10.2-10.4 Flashcard #3

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What role do protected areas play in conserving biodiversity?

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Protected areas play a vital role in conserving biodiversity by safeguarding habitats, protecting species, and maintaining ecosystem health.

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How might changes in precipitation patterns due to climate change affect biodiversity?

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Changes in precipitation patterns can negatively affect biodiversity by altering habitats, disrupting species distribution, and increasing competition for resources.

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In what ways can individuals promote sustainability in their daily lives?

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Reduce water usage, recycle, use public transportation or carpool, conserve energy, buy local and organic products, and reduce waste.

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What are the long-term consequences of human impact on ecosystems?

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Loss of biodiversity, habitat destruction, climate change, disruption of ecosystem services.

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What is the potential impact of increased ultraviolet radiation due to ozone depletion on terrestrial ecosystems?

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Increased UV radiation can harm plant growth, disrupt ecosystems, and reduce biodiversity.

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Define biodiversity.

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

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What is sustainability?

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Sustainability is the ability to meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

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Explain the concept of ecosystem services.

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Ecosystem services are the benefits that humans receive from ecosystems, including provisioning, regulating, cultural, and supporting services.

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What is habitat destruction?

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Habitat destruction is the process in which natural habitat becomes incapable of supporting its native species, leading to a loss of biodiversity.

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What are the effects of climate change on ecosystems?

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Climate change can lead to altered habitats, shifts in species distributions, increased frequency of extreme weather events, and loss of biodiversity.