5.1 Section Review

What is the difference between genetic and species diversity?

• Species diversity is the genetic variation within a single species.
• Genetic diversity refers to the number of ecosystems in a region.
• Genetic diversity is about the variety of genes within a species, while species diversity is about the variety of different species in an ecosystem.
• Genetic diversity is the total number of individuals in an ecosystem.

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Ecosystem diversity results in _______ diversity in a healthy biosphere.

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Why does ecosystem diversity result in species diversity in a healthy biosphere?

• Ecosystem diversity supports a variety of habitats and resources, leading to increased species diversity.
• Ecosystem diversity leads to fewer habitats and resources, reducing species diversity.
• Ecosystem diversity only affects plant species, not animal species.
• Species diversity is independent of ecosystem diversity and relies solely on climate.

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Why is preserving biodiversity important for the human food supply?

• Preserving biodiversity is crucial for maintaining a stable and resilient human food supply.
• Preserving biodiversity is only important for wildlife.
• A diverse ecosystem reduces food production efficiency.
• Biodiversity has no impact on food quality.

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Why is biodiversity important to the biosphere?

• Biodiversity is important to the biosphere because it supports ecosystem health, stability, and resilience.
• Biodiversity is only important for aesthetic purposes.
• Biodiversity decreases competition among species.
• Biodiversity has no impact on climate regulation.

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How does maintaining biodiversity have a direct economic value to humans?

• Maintaining biodiversity leads to higher costs in tourism and recreation.
• Biodiversity provides essential ecosystem services that support agriculture, fisheries, and tourism, contributing to economic value.
• Biodiversity decreases agricultural productivity and economic growth.
• Biodiversity has no impact on fisheries or food supply.

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What is the difference between direct and indirect economic value of biodiversity?

• Direct economic value includes only aesthetic benefits.
• Direct economic value is tangible benefits from biodiversity, while indirect economic value includes ecosystem services that support life and economy.
• Indirect economic value refers to the physical products from biodiversity.
• Direct economic value is only about tourism benefits.

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How does biodiversity relate to future medical needs for the human population?

• Biodiversity has no impact on medical advancements.
• Biodiversity is essential for discovering new medicines and supporting ecosystem services vital for human health.
• Increased biodiversity leads to more diseases.
• Biodiversity is only important for agriculture, not medicine.

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The city of Richmond needs to build a new hospital, but it doesn't want to decrease the biodiversity in the ecosystem. Which of the following would be the best solution for the problem?

• Build the hospital in a protected wildlife area.
• Build the hospital in a previously developed area.
• Construct the hospital in a natural park.
• Develop the hospital on a wetland.

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The town of Westchester needs a new elementary school, and it has to be built on previously undisturbed land. The town decided that they want develop an area of land that would be the least disruptive to its ecosystems. What would be the best solution to their problem?

• Build the school in a protected wildlife area, and add multiple roads leading to the school.

• Construct the school in the middle of a climax community that's been established for decades.

• Place the school near a natural water source so waste can be emptied into the water.

• Survey possible sites to determine the total amount of biodiversity present and whether any of the species are endangered.

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