17 Questions
What is a characteristic of keystone species, such as tiger sharks, in an ecosystem?
They regulate the population of primary consumers.
Which of the following is an example of species interaction that affects biodiversity?
American alligators modifying their surroundings through their food consumption.
What is a consequence of disrupting the food web in an ecosystem?
An increase in the population of primary consumers.
What is a key component of an ecosystem that affects the biodiversity of the ecosystem?
The amount of water available.
What is an essential role of honey bees in an ecosystem?
Pollinating plants and assisting with genetic diversity.
What is the primary consequence of a keystone species' absence in an ecosystem?
A significant decline in biodiversity
What is the key role of sea otters in their ecosystem, as exemplified by the text?
Serving as a top predator in the nearshore marine ecosystem
What is a characteristic of keystone species, as mentioned in the text?
They are a critical component of the local food web
What is the predicted consequence of honey bees' extinction, according to the text?
A 50% decline in plant species
How do wolves contribute to biodiversity conservation, as described in the text?
By regulating prey populations
What is the primary effect of beavers' dam-building activity on their ecosystem?
The creation of ponds and lakes that support other species
What is the primary focus of Autecology in the study of ecology?
Study of an individual species of organisms and its population
What is the term for the study of communities and their interactions in ecology?
Synecology
Which of the following is an example of a structurally and functionally identifiable ecosystem?
Mangrove swamp in a delta
What is the term for the study of the interactions between organisms and their environment?
Ecology
Which of the following is NOT an example of a geographical region in India?
The Amazon Rainforest
What is the term for a species that has a disproportionate impact on its environment and plays a crucial role in maintaining the structure of its ecosystem?
Keystone species
Explore the interconnectedness of species and their environments. Learn how honey bees, hummingbirds, alligators, and tiger sharks impact their ecosystems and contribute to biodiversity.
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