APES Unit 5 Review

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What is aquaculture?

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Aquaculture is the farming of aquatic organisms, including fish, crustaceans, mollusks, and aquatic plants, in controlled environments.

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What are the inputs required for aquaculture?

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Aquaculture requires inputs such as feed, water, land, and often antibiotics to maintain fish health.

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What is the most environmentally detrimental type of tree harvesting?

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Clear Cutting is the most detrimental type of tree harvesting as it involves removing all trees in an area, leading to habitat destruction.

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What is maximum sustainable yield (MSY)?

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Maximum sustainable yield is the largest yield (or catch) that can be taken from a specific fish stock over an indefinite period under constant environmental conditions.

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Why are annual catch limits established in fisheries?

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Annual catch limits are established to ensure that fish stocks can recover and remain sustainable.

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What does it mean if a fishery is overexploited?

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A fishery is overexploited when fish are caught at a rate faster than they can reproduce, leading to population decline.

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What is the consequence of incorporating antibiotics into livestock feeding regimens?

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Incorporating antibiotics can lead to the development of antibiotic-resistant strains of disease organisms.

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What is selective cutting in forestry?

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Selective cutting is a forestry practice where only certain trees are harvested, allowing the forest to maintain its ecological balance.

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What is the impact of strip cutting on the environment?

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Strip cutting can lead to habitat fragmentation and increased erosion, but it is less damaging than clear cutting.

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What is the difference between aquaculture and wild-caught fish?

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Aquaculture involves farming fish in controlled environments, while wild-caught fish are harvested from their natural habitats.