Economics and Ecology Quiz

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How are economics and ecology related?

Ecology is primarily concerned with human economic activities.

Economics dictates the rules of ecological systems.

Economics has no impact on ecological systems.

Ecological systems provide essential resources for human economies. (correct)

What is meant by 'sustainable' human economies?

Economies focused solely on maximizing production.

Economies that can function without harming natural resources. (correct)

Economies that depend on constant technological advancement.

Economies that actively degrade the environment.

What does resilience in economic systems refer to?

The capacity to adapt to global ecological changes. (correct)

The tendency to ignore ecological impacts.

The focus on short-term gains over long-term stability.

The ability to expand without limits.

Which of the following is considered a negative impact of human activity on the environment?

Air pollution due to industrialization and emissions. Signup and view all the answers

What level of ecological organization typically focuses on groups of individuals of the same species?

Population Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to understand ecology for designing human economies?

To develop economies that are sustainable and resilient. Signup and view all the answers

Which of these is NOT a focus area for ecologists?

Global trade networks Signup and view all the answers

What is a crucial need provided by healthy ecological systems?

Drinkable water. Signup and view all the answers

What term is used to describe gases such as carbon dioxide that trap heat energy in the atmosphere?

Greenhouse gases Signup and view all the answers

What does the model 'Measurable Changes in the Earth System' primarily focus on?

Measurable changes in global systems Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the Earth system includes water in both the atmosphere and geosphere?

Hydrosphere Signup and view all the answers

What type of changes does the model primarily emphasize?

Measurable changes Signup and view all the answers

What role do greenhouse gases play in climate change?

They absorb heat from the sun. Signup and view all the answers

Which component of the Earth system do some scientists consider separately as the cryosphere?

Frozen water such as ice and glaciers Signup and view all the answers

How do scientists utilize the model of measurable changes?

To argue from evidence and demonstrate cause and effect Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between agricultural practices and greenhouse gas production?

Agricultural practices can increase greenhouse gas emissions. Signup and view all the answers

What process is described when individuals move out of a population's home range?

Emigration Signup and view all the answers

What can cause a population to increase in size?

Births Signup and view all the answers

Which factor may influence the rate of immigration and emigration?

The distance traveled by individuals Signup and view all the answers

How might human activity impact population movement?

By facilitating or hindering migration Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for young animals to emigrate?

To establish new territories Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about lionfish is correct?

They were introduced to the Atlantic through human action. Signup and view all the answers

What happens to a fish population if there is a significant food shortage?

The population may decrease in size. Signup and view all the answers

What occurs when individuals from a population arrive from elsewhere?

Immigration Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the growth pattern observed when organisms reproduce rapidly?

Exponential growth Signup and view all the answers

What happens to the size of a bacterial population during exponential growth in ideal conditions?

It increases faster and faster. Signup and view all the answers

How many bacteria will there be at the end of one hour if one bacterium divides every 20 minutes?

64 Signup and view all the answers

What is the maximum number of bacteria projected after one day of continuous growth with ideal conditions?

4720 quintillion Signup and view all the answers

What happens to a population when the birthrate exceeds the death rate?

The population increases. Signup and view all the answers

What shape represents the graph of a bacterial population under exponential growth conditions?

J-shaped Signup and view all the answers

What factors contribute to the exponential growth of populations?

Unlimited resources and absence of diseases Signup and view all the answers

How does the birth rate of lionfish in the Atlantic impact their population growth?

It contributes to a high population growth due to low death rates. Signup and view all the answers

Which statement about sea otters is correct?

They face high death rates due to hunting. Signup and view all the answers

In how many 20-minute periods will the bacteria divide to produce 512 cells?

6 Signup and view all the answers

What factor is primarily responsible for the decrease in the sea otter population historically?

High hunting rates. Signup and view all the answers

What is the initial condition of the hypothetical experiment with bacteria?

One bacterium Signup and view all the answers

What is true about the reproductive behavior of lionfish?

They can produce thousands of eggs at once. Signup and view all the answers

In population dynamics, what does it indicate if the birthrate equals the death rate?

The population is stable. Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the factors that has made it difficult to control the lionfish population?

The lack of effective hunting campaigns. Signup and view all the answers

What role does hunting play in managing the lionfish population?

It aims to increase their death rate. Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes the initial phase of population growth according to the content provided?

Growth is rapid and produces many offspring. Signup and view all the answers

What occurs during the second phase of logistic growth?

The rate of population growth slows down. Signup and view all the answers

What is indicated by the S-shaped curve in logistic growth?

Population growth eventually stops or levels off. Signup and view all the answers

At what point does population growth drop to zero in logistic growth?

When resources become limited. Signup and view all the answers

Why do real-world populations not experience continuous exponential growth?

Because various factors limit population growth. Signup and view all the answers

What happens when a population's growth levels off?

The population can remain around that size indefinitely. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following statements is correct about logistic growth?

Logistic growth eventually leads to a halt in population increase. Signup and view all the answers

During which phase does the growth of a population begin to slow down?

Phase 2: Growth Slows Down Signup and view all the answers

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Explore the interconnections between ecology and economics in this quiz. Delve into concepts such as sustainable economies, ecological resilience, and the impact of human activity on the environment. Test your knowledge on the essential elements that link ecological systems and economic practices.