Ecology

Both species benefits by the very close interaction

• Mutualism

• Commensalism

• Parasitism

• Predator/Prey

Which organisms below that can make their own food?

• autotrophs

• Calvin cycle

• photosynthesis

• heterotrophs

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

It is the abnormal and lengthy warming in the eastern part of the Pacific Ocean.

• La Niña

• Global Warming

• El Niño

• Typhoon

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

A researcher is studying the interactions between a community of plants and the soil they grow in. This research falls under which discipline?

• Economics

• Political science

• Ecology

• Chemistry

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5

NGSS.MS-LS2-1

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NGSS.MS-LS2-4

If a particular type of tree is harvested faster than it can naturally regrow, it is an example of which type of resource use.

• Sustainable

• Renewable

• Nonrenewable

• Unsustainable

Which of the following is not considered part of the environment according to the definition provided?

• The oceans

• The atmosphere

• Human cities and buildings

• All of the above are considered part of the environment

Which of the following is the main reason why environmental science discoveries should influence human activity?

• To increase scientific knowledge

• To protect the natural world and the wellbeing of people

• To gain more funding for environmental research

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

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Which of the following natural resources is considered renewable?

• Fossil fuels

• Minerals

• Sunlight

• Both B and C

Which of the following would be considered a non-renewable resource?

• Fresh water

• Timber

• Oil

• Both A and B

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NGSS.MS-ESS3-4

Which of the following is NOT a typical discipline that contributes to environmental science research?

• Ecology

• Earth science

• Economics

• Engineering