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Which of the following best describes an invasive species?
Which of the following best describes an invasive species?
- An organism that is not harmful to native plants and animals
- An organism that is native to a particular area
- An organism that reproduces slowly
- An organism that causes economic and environmental harm (correct)
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of an invasive species?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of an invasive species?
- Adapts easily to the new area
- Reproduces quickly
- Is native to the region (correct)
- Harms property, economy, or native species
Which of the following is an example of a non-invasive non-native species?
Which of the following is an example of a non-invasive non-native species?
- Zebra mussels in the Great Lakes
- Tomatoes grown in the United States
- Wheat grown in the United States (correct)
- Rice grown in the United States
How did zebra mussels arrive in the Great Lakes?
How did zebra mussels arrive in the Great Lakes?
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Why are zebra mussels considered a threat in the Great Lakes?
Why are zebra mussels considered a threat in the Great Lakes?
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