Unit 2 APES Review Flashcard

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What is genetic biodiversity?

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Genetic biodiversity refers to the variety of genes within a species, which allows populations to adapt to environmental changes and stressors.

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What is the theory of island biogeography?

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The theory of island biogeography explains how the size and distance of an island from a mainland affect the number of species that can inhabit it, with closer and larger islands typically supporting more species.

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What is ecological tolerance?

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Ecological tolerance refers to the range of environmental conditions that a species can withstand while still being able to survive and reproduce.

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What are cultural ecosystem services?

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Cultural ecosystem services are non-material benefits that people obtain from ecosystems, such as recreation, aesthetic enjoyment, and spiritual enrichment.

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How does habitat restoration affect species diversity?

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Habitat restoration can increase species diversity by providing suitable environments for various species to thrive and reproduce.

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What is a population with high genetic biodiversity better able to do?

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A population with high genetic biodiversity is better able to respond to environmental stressors, such as climate change and disease.

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Why do islands closer to continents tend to have more species?

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Islands closer to continents have more species because they are more accessible to organisms that can travel from the mainland.

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What is the relationship between island size and species extinction rates?

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Smaller islands tend to have higher species extinction rates due to limited resources and smaller populations.

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What is an ecological niche?

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An ecological niche is the role and position a species has in its environment, including all interactions with biotic and abiotic factors.

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What factors influence the rate of species immigration to an island?

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The rate of species immigration to an island is influenced by the island's distance from the mainland and its size.

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