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Mutations are changes in genes that code for different traits.
Mutations are changes in genes that code for different traits.
True (A)
Biodiversity has no relation to mutations.
Biodiversity has no relation to mutations.
False (B)
The concept of mutations involves alterations in RNA rather than DNA.
The concept of mutations involves alterations in RNA rather than DNA.
False (B)
Dr. Moodi Al-Subeie discussed the origin of biodiversity.
Dr. Moodi Al-Subeie discussed the origin of biodiversity.
All mutations result in harmful effects on organisms.
All mutations result in harmful effects on organisms.
A diversity index is a mathematical expression that evaluates species richness only.
A diversity index is a mathematical expression that evaluates species richness only.
Evenness refers to the relative abundance of different species in an ecosystem.
Evenness refers to the relative abundance of different species in an ecosystem.
Species richness is determined by the number of species present in a given area.
Species richness is determined by the number of species present in a given area.
The diversity index only considers the total number of species and ignores their distribution.
The diversity index only considers the total number of species and ignores their distribution.
A higher diversity index indicates lower biodiversity.
A higher diversity index indicates lower biodiversity.
Ecosystem diversity refers to the variety of habitats, natural communities, and ecological processes.
Ecosystem diversity refers to the variety of habitats, natural communities, and ecological processes.
Ecosystem diversity is solely focused on species variety within a single habitat.
Ecosystem diversity is solely focused on species variety within a single habitat.
Natural communities do not play a role in defining ecosystem diversity.
Natural communities do not play a role in defining ecosystem diversity.
Ecosystem diversity can impact ecological processes significantly.
Ecosystem diversity can impact ecological processes significantly.
The concept of ecosystem diversity includes variations of ecological processes.
The concept of ecosystem diversity includes variations of ecological processes.
Species richness refers to the number of different species present in an area.
Species richness refers to the number of different species present in an area.
Species evenness is equal to 0.
Species evenness is equal to 0.
Higher species evenness indicates a more equal distribution of species abundance.
Higher species evenness indicates a more equal distribution of species abundance.
Species diversity includes both species richness and species evenness.
Species diversity includes both species richness and species evenness.
If a region has high species richness, it automatically has high species evenness.
If a region has high species richness, it automatically has high species evenness.
Species diversity refers to the number of genes within a single species.
Species diversity refers to the number of genes within a single species.
The number of individuals in a species does not affect species diversity.
The number of individuals in a species does not affect species diversity.
Genetic diversity is assessed only in a single species population.
Genetic diversity is assessed only in a single species population.
The measurement of biodiversity includes examining variations at the genetic level.
The measurement of biodiversity includes examining variations at the genetic level.
Genetic diversity is solely concerned with the variety of species.
Genetic diversity is solely concerned with the variety of species.
Genetic diversity can be evaluated within diverse communities that contain multiple species.
Genetic diversity can be evaluated within diverse communities that contain multiple species.
In an ecosystem with S = 4 and N = 15, there are 4 species and a total of 15 individual organisms.
In an ecosystem with S = 4 and N = 15, there are 4 species and a total of 15 individual organisms.
A community is defined as a group of individuals from different species only.
A community is defined as a group of individuals from different species only.
A higher genetic diversity indicates a lower number of species present in an ecosystem.
A higher genetic diversity indicates a lower number of species present in an ecosystem.
Only genetic diversity contributes to the overall measurement of biodiversity.
Only genetic diversity contributes to the overall measurement of biodiversity.
Flashcards
Mutations
Mutations
Changes in the genetic makeup (DNA) of an organism.
Biodiversity
Biodiversity
The diversity of life on Earth, including all species and their variations (genetic diversity) within populations.
Mutations and Biodiversity
Mutations and Biodiversity
The source of genetic diversity, mutations are the driving force behind evolutionary changes.
Mutations and Inheritance
Mutations and Inheritance
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Fitness
Fitness
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Genetic Diversity
Genetic Diversity
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Species Diversity
Species Diversity
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Species richness (S)
Species richness (S)
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Total number of individuals (N)
Total number of individuals (N)
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Genetic diversity (within a population)
Genetic diversity (within a population)
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Genetic diversity (within a community)
Genetic diversity (within a community)
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Population
Population
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Community
Community
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Ecosystem Diversity
Ecosystem Diversity
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Ecosystem Diversity (regional)
Ecosystem Diversity (regional)
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Species Richness
Species Richness
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Species Evenness
Species Evenness
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Species Evenness = 1
Species Evenness = 1
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Diversity index
Diversity index
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High biodiversity
High biodiversity
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Low biodiversity
Low biodiversity
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Study Notes
Biodiversity Origins
- Mutations are changes in genes (DNA) that code for traits.
- Mutations can be beneficial, harmful, or have no impact on survival.
- Natural selection acts on genetic variation within a population.
- Traits best adapted to environmental pressures are favored.
Levels of Biodiversity
- Ecosystem diversity: Variety of habitats, natural communities, and ecological processes.
- Species diversity: Number of species of plants and animals and the number of individuals within each species in an ecosystem.
- Genetic diversity: Variety of genes within and between different species.
Measuring Biodiversity
- Genetic diversity: Measured within a population or community (of the same or various species).
- Species diversity: Includes species richness (number of different species) and species evenness (relative abundance of species). Species evenness = 1
- Diversity index: A mathematical approach combining species richness and evenness to measure overall diversity. Common indexes include Margalef's, Simpson's, and Shannon's.
Biodiversity Distribution
- Biodiversity is found everywhere on Earth.
- Distribution patterns are affected by geography, climate, and biology.
- Species richness declines with increasing altitude and depth.
- Tropical rainforests exhibit higher biodiversity than other locations.
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