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What role do mangrove forests serve in aquatic ecosystems?
What role do mangrove forests serve in aquatic ecosystems?
- They produce high levels of oxygen in water.
- They provide habitats for young fish to grow safely. (correct)
- They solely filter pollutants from the water.
- They prevent coastal erosion exclusively.
What adaptation allows polar bears to thrive in the Arctic ecosystem?
What adaptation allows polar bears to thrive in the Arctic ecosystem?
- Their capacity to dig for underground food.
- Their proficiency in swimming between ice floes. (correct)
- Their ability to camouflage in the snow.
- Their reliance on vegetation for sustenance.
What is a characteristic of algae found in the Arctic Ocean ecosystem?
What is a characteristic of algae found in the Arctic Ocean ecosystem?
- They require warm temperatures to flourish.
- They grow exclusively on the surface of the sea.
- They act as predators for shrimp-like organisms.
- They are dependent on sunlight passing through the ice. (correct)
Which of the following is true regarding rice paddies as an ecosystem?
Which of the following is true regarding rice paddies as an ecosystem?
What is a major challenge faced by seals in the Arctic ecosystem?
What is a major challenge faced by seals in the Arctic ecosystem?
How do crab-eating macaques interact with their mangrove forest environment?
How do crab-eating macaques interact with their mangrove forest environment?
What process helps decompose fallen leaves in mangrove forests?
What process helps decompose fallen leaves in mangrove forests?
What effect does the shallow water in rice paddies have during the day?
What effect does the shallow water in rice paddies have during the day?
Why are mangrove roots important for young fish?
Why are mangrove roots important for young fish?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between organisms in a rice paddy ecosystem?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between organisms in a rice paddy ecosystem?
Flashcards
Mangrove Forest
Mangrove Forest
A type of forest that grows along tropical coasts, characterized by trees with roots that can tolerate saltwater.
Mudskipper
Mudskipper
A type of fish that can live both in water and on land, often found in mangrove forests.
Crab-eating Macaque
Crab-eating Macaque
A type of monkey that lives in mangrove forests and feeds on crabs.
Sea Ice Ecosystem
Sea Ice Ecosystem
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Polar Bear
Polar Bear
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Arctic Fox
Arctic Fox
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Algae in the Arctic
Algae in the Arctic
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Rice Paddy Ecosystem
Rice Paddy Ecosystem
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Animals in Rice Paddies
Animals in Rice Paddies
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Fertilizer in Rice Paddies
Fertilizer in Rice Paddies
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Study Notes
Mangrove Forest
- Mangrove trees can grow with their roots in seawater, forming forests along tropical coasts.
- Young fish find shelter among the roots, safe from larger fish.
- Mud skippers climb onto mudflats during low tide to feed.
- Dead mangrove leaves decompose, providing food for prawns and crabs.
- Crab-eating macaques are monkeys that climb trees and search for crabs.
Sea Ice in the Arctic Ocean
- Arctic Ocean water freezes in winter, creating sea ice.
- Seals hunt for fish in the water but need to surface to breathe.
- Polar bears hunt seals on the ice; they are skilled swimmers.
- Arctic foxes search for food on the ice, including seals.
- Algae grow on the underside of ice floes, nourished by sunlight.
- Small shrimp-like creatures eat the algae.
- Fish eat the shrimp-like organisms.
Rice Paddy
- Rice paddies are cultivated ecosystems in Malaysia.
- Paddy fields are flooded at certain times of the year.
- Algae grow in the shallow water and on the muddy sides.
- Fish, frogs, and dragonflies utilize the flooded areas.
- Shallow water temperatures fluctuate quickly.
- Fertilizers are used to increase algae and rice growth.
- The fertilized ecosystem provides food for animals and birds.
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Explore the unique features and biodiversity of three significant ecosystems: Mangrove Forest, Arctic Sea Ice, and Rice Paddy fields. Learn about the various species that inhabit these environments and their interdependent relationships. This quiz covers the characteristics, inhabitants, and ecological importance of these vital ecosystems.
