Environmental Science Final Exam Review

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What is species diversity?

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Species diversity refers to the variety of different species within a given ecosystem or region. It is a measure of the number of different species and their relative abundance.

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What is carrying capacity?

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

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What can filter through soil and pollute groundwater?

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Pesticides can filter through the porous qualities of soil and contaminate groundwater.

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What is a nonrenewable resource?

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A nonrenewable resource is a natural resource that is formed at a rate much slower than the rate at which it is consumed, such as fossil fuels.

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What are ethics in environmental science?

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Ethics refers to a set of moral principles or values that guide the behavior of individuals or societies regarding the environment.

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What is taxonomic diversity?

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Taxonomic diversity refers to the variety of different taxa (groups of organisms) within a given ecosystem, including species, genera, families, etc.

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What is genetic diversity?

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Genetic diversity is the total number of genetic characteristics in the genetic makeup of a species, which contributes to the adaptability and survival of the species.

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What is ecosystem diversity?

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Ecosystem diversity refers to the variety of ecosystems within a particular area, including different habitats, communities, and ecological processes.

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What is the difference between renewable and nonrenewable resources?

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Renewable resources can be replenished naturally over time (e.g., solar energy, wind), while nonrenewable resources exist in finite amounts and cannot be replaced once depleted (e.g., coal, oil).

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What is biocentrism?

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Biocentrism is an ethical perspective that places intrinsic value on all living beings, advocating for the rights of all organisms to exist and flourish.