DU Midterm Review #1

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What year was the Clean Water and Air Act created?

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1978

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Where is the phosphorus cycle primarily conducted?

Back

In water and atmosphere

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What is a characteristic of a desert biome?

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Low precipitation

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Which factor does NOT affect biodiversity in an ecosystem?

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Soil composition

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What was established in 1978 that broadened ecosystem management?

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Conservation Biology

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Define the Clean Water Act.

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A federal law aimed at regulating the discharge of pollutants into the waters of the United States.

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What is the significance of the phosphorus cycle in ecosystems?

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It is essential for the growth of plants and organisms as phosphorus is a key nutrient.

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List two characteristics of desert biomes.

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1. Low precipitation 2. Extreme temperature variations between day and night.

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What are the main factors affecting biodiversity?

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Habitat destruction, climate change, and genetic variation.

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What is the role of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)?

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To protect human health and the environment by enforcing regulations.