Ecosystems and Biodiversity

Scientists can use aerial photos to collect data to determine the biodiversity index of an area.

• True

• False

An ecosystem with a large number of individuals can have a low biodiversity.

• True

• False

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5

Resilience describes an ecosystem's ability to maintain dynamic equilibrium.

• True

• False

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5

Which of the following is NOT a method scientists use to measure the biodiversity of an area?

• canopy fogging

• transect sampling

• biological control

• aerial photos

Which of the following is NOT a method used for controlling invasive species?

• the use of herbicides

• weeding

• the use of other species

• reclamation

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5

Which of the following describes a taiga?

• warm and moist

• exists only in the northern hemisphere

• treeless

• mostly deciduous trees

Which of the following is NOT a main type of ecosystem service?

• restoring

• supporting

• provisioning

• cultural

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5

Which of the following is an example of a supporting ecosystem service?

• nutrient cycling

• recreation

• tourism

• habitat restoration

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5

Which is NOT an aquatic ecosystem?

• freshwater

• taiga

• estuary

• wetland

Which statement is true of ponds but NOT lakes?

• Plants surround the shore.

• Surface water contains organisms that use sunlight for

  photosynthesis.

• Sunlight reaches the bottom of the body of water

• People fill them in with sediment to create land for houses and

  other structures.