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Who is widely considered the father of biodiversity?
Edward Osborne Wilson
What type of awards did Edward Osborne Wilson receive?
Match the terms with their corresponding levels of ecological organization:
Biosphere = Level that encompasses all ecosystems Ecosystem = Community of living organisms and their environment Community = Group of different populations in an area Population = Group of organisms of the same species Organism = Individual living entity Group of cells = Basic unit of life
Who is considered the father of biodiversity?
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Which of the following awards did Edward Osborne Wilson receive?
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Edward Osborne Wilson was a pioneer in efforts to preserve and protect the _____ of our planet.
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
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Study Notes
Edward Osborne Wilson
- Considered the Father of Biodiversity, influential in natural sciences.
- Pioneered efforts to protect global biodiversity with a focus on conservation.
- Recipient of over 150 international awards, including multiple Pulitzer Prizes.
- Notable works include "On Human Nature" and "The Ants."
Conservation and Preservation Mandate in the Philippines
- BMB (Biodiversity Management Bureau) focuses on establishing and managing protected areas.
- Activities include conserving wildlife and promoting ecotourism.
- Emphasis on managing coastal biodiversity and wetland ecosystems.
- Efforts also target the conservation of caves and their resources.
Levels of Ecological Organization
- Structure includes multiple hierarchies:
- Biosphere: the global sum of all ecosystems.
- Ecosystem: communities of living organisms in conjunction with non-living components.
- Community: interactions among populations of different species.
- Population: groups of individuals of the same species.
- Organism: single individual living being.
- Group of cells: critical structure in the biological organization.
Edward Osborne Wilson
- Considered the Father of Biodiversity, influential in natural sciences.
- Pioneered efforts to protect global biodiversity with a focus on conservation.
- Recipient of over 150 international awards, including multiple Pulitzer Prizes.
- Notable works include "On Human Nature" and "The Ants."
Conservation and Preservation Mandate in the Philippines
- BMB (Biodiversity Management Bureau) focuses on establishing and managing protected areas.
- Activities include conserving wildlife and promoting ecotourism.
- Emphasis on managing coastal biodiversity and wetland ecosystems.
- Efforts also target the conservation of caves and their resources.
Levels of Ecological Organization
- Structure includes multiple hierarchies:
- Biosphere: the global sum of all ecosystems.
- Ecosystem: communities of living organisms in conjunction with non-living components.
- Community: interactions among populations of different species.
- Population: groups of individuals of the same species.
- Organism: single individual living being.
- Group of cells: critical structure in the biological organization.
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Test your knowledge on the differences between conservation and preservation. This quiz explores key concepts, definitions, and practices associated with both environmental approaches. Perfect for students and enthusiasts interested in environmental science.
