APES FINAL EXAM REVIEW

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If a cactus contains 10,000 units of energy, how much energy is available to the red-tailed hawk?

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10 units of energy. This illustrates the concept of energy transfer in an ecosystem, where only about 10% of energy is passed to the next trophic level.

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What type of soil is composed of 20% clay, 60% silt, and 20% sand?

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Silt loam. This classification is important for understanding soil properties and their impact on agriculture and ecology.

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What is a major drawback of replacing ozone-depleting CFCs with HFCs?

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HFCs are a greenhouse gas. This highlights the trade-offs in environmental policy and the need for sustainable alternatives.

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Which of the following is NOT a way to reduce air pollutants?

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Using regular unleaded fuel. This emphasizes the importance of advanced technologies and practices in pollution reduction.

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What is an example of a non-point source of pollution?

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Urban runoff. This concept is crucial for understanding how pollution can enter water systems from diffuse sources.

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Define 'trophic level'.

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A trophic level is a position in a food chain or food web, representing the flow of energy and nutrients.

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What is the greenhouse effect?

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The greenhouse effect is the warming of Earth’s surface due to the trapping of heat by greenhouse gases in the atmosphere.

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Explain the term 'biodiversity'.

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

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What is the significance of the ozone layer?

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The ozone layer protects Earth from harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun, which can cause skin cancer and other health issues.

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What are CFCs and why are they harmful?

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Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) are chemicals used in refrigeration and aerosol propellants that deplete the ozone layer.