Apes

Lower trophic levels generally contain ______ energy, biomass, and individuals.

• more

• less

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The rate at which producers in an ecosystem convert solar energy into chemical energy is called

• a. range of tolerance

• b. gross primary productivity

• c. energy flow

• d. biological diversity

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Generalized pyramid energy flow has only a 10% efficiency because 90% of the energy is lost to the environment as heat. This phenomenon is explained by

• the second law of thermodynamics

• the law of limiting factors

• the law of conservation of matter

• the greenhouse effect

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An ecosystem is a location on Earth that includes

• only biotic components

• only abiotic components

• interacting biotic and abiotic components

• positive and negative feedback loops

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Which of the following apes is known for its ability to use sign language to communicate with humans?

• Chimpanzee

• Gorilla

• Orangutan

• Gibbon

What is the primary diet of gorillas in the wild?

• Carnivorous

• Herbivorous

• Omnivorous

• Insectivorous

Which ape species is considered the closest living relative to humans?

• Gorilla

• Orangutan

• Chimpanzee

• Gibbon

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In which type of habitat are orangutans primarily found?

• Savannah

• Rainforest

• Desert

• Tundra

What is the main reason for the decline in orangutan populations?

• Climate change

• Hunting

• Habitat destruction

• Disease

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Which of the following is a characteristic feature of gibbons?

• Knuckle-walking

• Brachiation

• Tool use

• Nest building