Biodiversity Vocab

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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 variation, and ecosystem diversity.

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What is succession in ecology?

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Succession is the process by which ecosystems change and develop over time, often following a disturbance.

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What does species richness mean?

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Species richness is the number of different species present in a given area.

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What is relative abundance?

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Relative abundance refers to how common or rare a species is compared to other species in a given area.

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What is the significance of biodiversity for ecosystems?

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Biodiversity helps ecosystems function effectively, supports food webs, and contributes to ecosystem services.

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What does it mean for a species to be extinct?

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A species is considered extinct when there are no remaining individuals alive anywhere in the world.

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What is an endangered species?

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An endangered species is a species that is at risk of extinction due to a decline in population or habitat.

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What does extirpated mean?

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Extirpated refers to a species that no longer exists in a specific area but may still exist elsewhere.

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What is ecosystem diversity?

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

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How does biodiversity contribute to ecosystem resilience?

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Biodiversity enhances ecosystem resilience by providing a wider range of responses to environmental changes and disturbances.