Biodiversity and Spatial Patterns Quiz

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What term is used to refer to the variety of life forms within a specific habitat?

  • Biodiversity (correct)
  • Wildlife assortment
  • Habitat diversity
  • Species richness

Which of the following is a factor that influences species richness in different biomes?

  • Population density
  • Moon phase
  • Elevation
  • Soil type (correct)

What do rainforests have that contributes to their high species richness?

  • Frequent earthquakes
  • Extreme cold conditions
  • Warm, wet climate (correct)
  • Harsh, dry climate

Which of the following regions is likely to have reduced biodiversity?

<p>Desert (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are large regions with similar climates, vegetation, and wildlife called?

<p>Biomes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are conservation efforts crucial to protect biodiversity globally?

<p>To maintain healthy ecosystems (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a biome?

<p>Desert (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do deserts have that results in lower species richness compared to rainforests?

<p>Harsh, dry climate (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why do rainforests have a higher species richness compared to deserts?

<p>Warm, wet climate (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one way in which human activities influence species richness in different biomes?

<p>Introduction of invasive species (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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