10 Questions
What type of factors are food supply, competitors, and predators in an ecosystem?
Biotic factors
Why is temperature considered critical for cellular metabolism in ecosystems?
To support metabolic processes in organisms
Which of the following is NOT an abiotic factor in an ecosystem?
Population size
What is the term used to describe the number of individuals of the same species that live in the same area at a particular time?
Population
In an ecosystem, what do biotic and abiotic factors interact to form?
Community
Which component of biodiversity specifically refers to the number of alleles within a gene pool for a species?
Genetic diversity
What does species diversity refer to in the context of biodiversity?
Variety of different species in an ecosystem
Which level of biodiversity encompasses the variation within a population and between populations?
Genetic diversity
What is the term used for a species that is likely to become endangered in the foreseeable future?
Threatened species
In the context of biodiversity, what does ecosystem diversity refer to?
Variety of ecosystems that exist
Test your knowledge on the importance of biodiversity, including genetic diversity, species diversity, and ecosystem diversity. Learn about the provision of essential resources such as oxygen, food, and fresh water, as well as the significance of biodiversity in providing raw materials.
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