SY25 AICE Environmental Management Semester Exam Review

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Which organization oversees international trade in endangered species?

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CITES (Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora) is the organization that regulates international trade in endangered species to ensure their survival.

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What is an appropriate control group for testing the effect of fertilizer on plant growth?

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Plants grown without fertilizer serve as the control group, allowing for comparison against those receiving fertilizer.

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How is population density calculated?

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Population density is calculated by dividing the total population by the size of the area (e.g., individuals per square kilometer).

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What is rewilding?

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Rewilding is the process of restoring an area of land to its natural uncultivated state, often by reintroducing native species.

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Which sampling method is most appropriate for studying a species along an environmental gradient?

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Systematic sampling is the most appropriate method for studying species along an environmental gradient, as it allows for consistent data collection across different conditions.

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Define biodiversity.

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Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem, including the diversity of species, genetic variation, and ecosystem diversity.

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What is the significance of the IUCN Red List?

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The IUCN Red List is a comprehensive inventory of the global conservation status of biological species, providing information on their risk of extinction.

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Explain the concept of carrying capacity.

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Carrying capacity is the maximum number of individuals of a species that an environment can sustainably support without degrading the habitat.

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What is the difference between primary and secondary succession?

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Primary succession occurs in lifeless areas where soil has not yet formed, while secondary succession occurs in areas where a disturbance has destroyed an existing ecosystem but soil remains.

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What role do keystone species play in an ecosystem?

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Keystone species have a disproportionately large impact on their environment relative to their abundance, helping to maintain the structure and diversity of the ecosystem.