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Adaptation in Organisms Quiz

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What term is used to describe species that cause economic or ecological harm in a non-native area?

Exotic species

Invasive species (correct)

Endemic species

Native species

Why are native species threatened by invasive species in a non-native environment?

Invasive species avoid predation by native species

Native species lack defenses against invasive species (correct)

Invasive species are physically stronger than native species

Native species are intentionally targeted by invasive species

What characteristic distinguishes an invasive species from a non-invasive one?

Being non-native to the area

Threatening the survival of endangered species

Dominating a landscape

Causing extinction of native species (correct)

Why can an invasive species be a threat in a non-native environment while not being invasive in its native habitat?

Adaptation of native species to the invader Signup and view all the answers

What can happen when an introduced species reproduces unchecked in a new environment?

It causes ecological disturbances Signup and view all the answers

Which factor contributes to the success of invasive species in new environments?

Availability of abundant resources Signup and view all the answers

Why can an invasive species cause harm in a non-native environment but not in its native habitat?

The native species in the non-native environment are not adapted to defend against the invasive species. Signup and view all the answers

How does the lack of predators contribute to the success of an invasive species?

It allows the invasive species to reproduce unchecked. Signup and view all the answers

What characteristic of native species makes them vulnerable to invasive species?

Adaptations to evade or defend against the invasive species Signup and view all the answers

Why can co-evolution between predator and prey help maintain balance in an ecosystem?

It allows both species to adapt to each other over time Signup and view all the answers

What is a key reason why mongooses are considered an invasive species in Hawaii?

The absence of predators in Hawaii Signup and view all the answers

In which scenario might an introduced species be a threat in a new area but not be considered invasive?

When it preys on native species exclusively Signup and view all the answers

What can happen when a non-native species dominates a landscape?

Ecosystem balance is disrupted Signup and view all the answers

Adaptation in Organisms Quiz

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Questions and Answers

What term is used to describe species that cause economic or ecological harm in a non-native area?

Why are native species threatened by invasive species in a non-native environment?

What characteristic distinguishes an invasive species from a non-invasive one?

Why can an invasive species be a threat in a non-native environment while not being invasive in its native habitat?

What can happen when an introduced species reproduces unchecked in a new environment?

Which factor contributes to the success of invasive species in new environments?

Why can an invasive species cause harm in a non-native environment but not in its native habitat?

How does the lack of predators contribute to the success of an invasive species?

What characteristic of native species makes them vulnerable to invasive species?

Why can co-evolution between predator and prey help maintain balance in an ecosystem?

What is a key reason why mongooses are considered an invasive species in Hawaii?

In which scenario might an introduced species be a threat in a new area but not be considered invasive?

What can happen when a non-native species dominates a landscape?

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