Bill Nye- Biodiversity

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What is biodiversity?

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Biodiversity refers to the variety of living things in a particular area, including different species of plants, animals, and microorganisms.

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What happens when humans change the environment?

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Some living things may thrive while others may struggle or disappear.

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True or False: A glass of pond water can contain many different types of living organisms.

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True

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What is extinction?

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Extinction is when a species completely disappears from the Earth.

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How much of the Earth is covered in water?

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About 3/4 of the Earth is covered in water.

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What is an ecosystem?

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An ecosystem is a community of living organisms and their physical environment interacting as a system.

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What does it mean for a species to be endangered?

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

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Give an example of a human activity that can affect biodiversity.

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Pollution, deforestation, and urban development are examples of human activities that can negatively impact biodiversity.

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What is the importance of biodiversity?

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Biodiversity is important because it helps ecosystems function, provides resources for humans, and contributes to the resilience of the environment.

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What is a habitat?

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A habitat is the natural environment where a species lives and grows.