Quiz on Quadrat Usage in Biology no,14,15

What is the area of the quadrat shown in the document?

• 0.5 m²

• 1 m²

• 2 m²

• 5 m²

Match the following steps with their descriptions in using a quadrat to estimate population size.

• Step to determine average population

• Calculate the mean number of organisms

• Step to analyze differences

• Compare the two means

• Step involving counting organisms

• Place a quadrat on the ground randomly

• First step in using a quadrat

• Count the number of organisms

How do you calculate the mean number of organisms per quadrat?

• Total number of quadrats divided by number of organisms

• Total number of organisms divided by number of quadrats

• Total area divided by number of quadrats

• Total number of organisms multiplied by number of quadrats

What tool can be used to decide where to place quadrats?

• A compass

• A ruler

• A random number generator

• A thermometer

What should you do after touching quadrat plants or soil?

• Eat immediately

• Wash hands

• Take a nap

• Measure the soil pH

What is the purpose of repeating steps 1 and 2 many times when using a quadrat?

• To increase the sample size

• To decrease the sample size

• To make the process faster

• To avoid errors

What is the purpose of comparing the two means in quadrat sampling?

• To find the average height of plants

• To ensure accuracy in population estimation

• To determine the color of organisms

• To calculate the soil pH

What is the mean number of slugs per m² in Example 2?

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

What is the purpose of using a quadrat in field studies?

• To measure temperature

• To estimate population size

• To calculate speed

• To determine weight

The estimated percentage cover of daisies in the quadrat is (a)  

• 10%
• 20%
• 30%
• 40%