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What is defined as the thinning, fragmenting, or outright destruction of an ecosystem’s resources?
What is defined as the thinning, fragmenting, or outright destruction of an ecosystem’s resources?
Which term describes non-native species that disrupt local ecosystems?
Which term describes non-native species that disrupt local ecosystems?
What process contributes to species depletion due to excessive harvesting?
What process contributes to species depletion due to excessive harvesting?
Pollution can negatively impact ecosystems by adding substances at a rate that exceeds what capacity?
Pollution can negatively impact ecosystems by adding substances at a rate that exceeds what capacity?
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Which of the following is a major contributor to climate change that affects biodiversity?
Which of the following is a major contributor to climate change that affects biodiversity?
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What influences biodiversity loss due to human factors?
What influences biodiversity loss due to human factors?
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How do invasive species typically affect native species in an ecosystem?
How do invasive species typically affect native species in an ecosystem?
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The introduction of unneeded or harmful substances into an ecosystem is termed as?
The introduction of unneeded or harmful substances into an ecosystem is termed as?
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What primarily causes biodiversity loss related to global warming?
What primarily causes biodiversity loss related to global warming?
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Which of the following is NOT considered an ecosystem service?
Which of the following is NOT considered an ecosystem service?
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How do ecosystems affected by climate change impact species survival?
How do ecosystems affected by climate change impact species survival?
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What role do species play in maintaining a balanced ecosystem?
What role do species play in maintaining a balanced ecosystem?
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Which of the following is an example of a biological resource?
Which of the following is an example of a biological resource?
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What is a significant effect of ice melting on ecosystems?
What is a significant effect of ice melting on ecosystems?
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Which benefit arises from the social aspect of biodiversity?
Which benefit arises from the social aspect of biodiversity?
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What contributes to climate stability as an ecosystem service?
What contributes to climate stability as an ecosystem service?
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Which of the following causes habitat loss?
Which of the following causes habitat loss?
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What is the best definition of an invasive species?
What is the best definition of an invasive species?
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Which term refers to the harmful effects of a substance entering the environment?
Which term refers to the harmful effects of a substance entering the environment?
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What primarily drives global warming?
What primarily drives global warming?
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What does overexploitation refer to?
What does overexploitation refer to?
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Which term describes long-term changes in climate patterns?
Which term describes long-term changes in climate patterns?
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How can greenhouse gases affect biodiversity?
How can greenhouse gases affect biodiversity?
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What are the results of climate change on global temperatures?
What are the results of climate change on global temperatures?
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Which of the following is NOT a cause of biodiversity loss?
Which of the following is NOT a cause of biodiversity loss?
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What is the term for the addition of unneeded or harmful substances to an ecosystem?
What is the term for the addition of unneeded or harmful substances to an ecosystem?
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Biodiversity is best described as a measure of what?
Biodiversity is best described as a measure of what?
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Which of the following natural services does healthy biodiversity NOT offer?
Which of the following natural services does healthy biodiversity NOT offer?
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Which factor is typically a consequence of pollution?
Which factor is typically a consequence of pollution?
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What role does biodiversity play in climate change mitigation?
What role does biodiversity play in climate change mitigation?
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Invasive species primarily contribute to biodiversity loss by doing what?
Invasive species primarily contribute to biodiversity loss by doing what?
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Which of the following is NOT a benefit of biodiversity?
Which of the following is NOT a benefit of biodiversity?
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How does biodiversity contribute to the resilience of ecosystems?
How does biodiversity contribute to the resilience of ecosystems?
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What role do healthy ecosystems play in climate change mitigation?
What role do healthy ecosystems play in climate change mitigation?
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Why is it important to restore high-biodiversity ecosystems?
Why is it important to restore high-biodiversity ecosystems?
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What is a consequence of reduced biodiversity in ecosystems?
What is a consequence of reduced biodiversity in ecosystems?
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Which statement is true regarding biodiversity's importance to food webs?
Which statement is true regarding biodiversity's importance to food webs?
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What is one of the effects of climate change on ecosystems?
What is one of the effects of climate change on ecosystems?
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What investment is suggested to help manage climate change impacts effectively?
What investment is suggested to help manage climate change impacts effectively?
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How does complexity in ecosystems relate to their performance?
How does complexity in ecosystems relate to their performance?
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Study Notes
Biodiversity Loss
- Human Impact: Human population growth, increasing consumption, and reduced resource efficiency contribute to biodiversity loss.
- Habitat Loss: Destroying or fragmenting ecosystems damages plant, soil, hydrologic, and nutrient resources, leading to biodiversity loss.
- Invasive Species: Non-native species can disrupt native ecosystems by outcompeting native species for resources and altering habitats.
- Overexploitation: Harvesting too many aquatic or terrestrial animals depletes populations and can drive species to extinction.
- Pollution: Adding harmful substances to the environment at a rate faster than it can be neutralized negatively impacts food, water, and habitat resources.
- Climate Change: Rising global temperatures disrupt ecosystems by altering temperature and rainfall patterns, damaging icy habitats, and modifying species' expectations within ecosystems.
Ecosystem Services
- Biodiversity delivers essential services such as water protection, soil formation and protection, nutrient cycling, pollution breakdown, climate stability, and recovery from unexpected events.
Biodiversity Benefits
- Biological resources: Food, medical resources, wood products, ornamental plants, breeding stocks, future resources, and genetic diversity are all dependent on biodiversity.
- Social Benefits: Research, education, monitoring, recreation, tourism, and cultural values can be enhanced through biodiversity.
Species Interdependence
- Species rely on each other for survival and cooperation, forming balanced ecosystems.
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This quiz explores the critical factors contributing to biodiversity loss, including human impact, habitat degradation, and climate change. Additionally, it examines the vital ecosystem services that biodiversity provides. Test your knowledge on these pressing environmental issues.
