APES Unit 2 Review

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What is the most biodiverse ecosystem?

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Tropical rainforest.

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Which type of species is more susceptible to being wiped out by invasive species?

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Specialist species.

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What is NOT considered a natural disruption to an ecosystem?

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Air pollution.

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How does proximity to the mainland affect island biodiversity?

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Islands closer to the mainland have a higher level of biodiversity.

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Which continent has the most biodiversity?

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South America.

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Define biodiversity.

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Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem.

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What are invasive species?

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Invasive species are non-native organisms that spread widely in a new habitat, often harming native species.

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What is an indicator species?

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An indicator species is a species whose presence, absence, or abundance reflects a specific environmental condition.

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Explain the concept of ecological succession.

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Ecological succession is the process by which ecosystems change and develop over time.

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What is a keystone species?

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A keystone species is a species that has a disproportionately large effect on its environment relative to its abundance.