Overpopulation of an Ecosystem

When a certain population becomes so dense that it harms or changes the quality of life in that environment, we have...

• population

• overpopulation

• pollution

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More organisms in an area than an ecosystem can support

• Population

• Overpopulation

• Overexploitation

• Climate Change

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too many of the same organism in one area

• native species

• overpopulation

• invasive species

• restore (restoration)

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What is the primary consequence of overpopulation in an ecosystem?

• Increased biodiversity

• Resource depletion

• Improved habitat quality

• Decreased competition

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Which of the following is a direct effect of overpopulation on plant life in an ecosystem?

• Increased photosynthesis

• Decreased soil erosion

• Reduced plant growth

• Enhanced seed dispersal

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How does overpopulation affect the food chain in an ecosystem?

• Stabilizes predator-prey relationships

• Increases food availability

• Disrupts the balance of species

• Enhances energy flow

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What is a common method used by ecologists to study the impact of overpopulation in an ecosystem?

• Satellite imaging

• Field surveys

• Genetic analysis

• Laboratory experiments

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Which of the following scenarios is an example of overpopulation in an ecosystem?

• A balanced number of predators and prey

• A sudden increase in a prey species without enough predators

• A stable population of a keystone species

• A diverse range of species coexisting

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What role do limiting factors play in controlling overpopulation in an ecosystem?

• They increase the carrying capacity

• They reduce competition

• They prevent resource depletion

• They limit population growth

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Which of the following is a potential solution to manage overpopulation in an ecosystem?

• Introducing invasive species

• Habitat destruction

• Implementing conservation strategies

• Increasing human intervention

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