Enviro. Science Final Exam (Light on Biodiversity)

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What is Adaptive Radiation?

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Adaptive Radiation is the process by which one species diversifies into several different species to adapt to various environments.

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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, communities, and ecological processes.

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What is carrying capacity?

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Carrying capacity is the maximum population size of a species that an environment can sustain indefinitely without degrading the environment.

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How do you convert kilometers to meters?

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.0056 km is equal to 5.6 m (1 km = 1000 m).

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What does Logistic Growth represent in population dynamics?

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Logistic Growth describes a population's growth that slows as it approaches its carrying capacity, forming an S-shaped curve.

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What is a climograph?

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A climograph is a graphical representation of the average temperature and precipitation in a specific area over a period of time.

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What is Exponential Growth in population dynamics?

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Exponential Growth occurs when a population increases rapidly in size, with no limits on resources, leading to a J-shaped curve.

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What is Extirpation?

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Extirpation is the local extinction of a species from a specific habitat, though it may still exist in other areas.

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What is the difference between Emigration and Immigration?

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Emigration is the movement of individuals out of a population, while Immigration is the movement of individuals into a population.

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What factors can affect carrying capacity?

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Factors affecting carrying capacity include food availability, habitat space, water supply, and competition with other species.