11 Questions
What is the definition of 'flora'?
Photosynthetic organisms such as plants
What is the function of a pooter in an ecological study?
To catch small invertebrates
Which apparatus is used to catch insects that hide under leaves?
Beating tray
What is the purpose of a quadrat in sampling plants or sedentary animals?
To investigate the distribution of a species
Which of the following is NOT one of the steps in studying an ecosystem?
Creating a species list
What is the purpose of making a sketch map of the ecosystem?
To visually represent the ecosystem
What is a dichotomous key used for in the study of an ecosystem?
To identify plants and animals
Which of the following is the correct definition of an ecosystem?
A community of organisms that interact with their environment
Which of the following is an example of an abiotic factor that can be measured in an ecosystem?
Wind speed in the ecosystem
How can a quantitative survey of plants ensure that the sample is random?
By throwing a pencil over the shoulder and placing the quadrat where it lands
Which of the following is an example of an organism adaptation observed in the woodland ecosystem?
Stinging hairs in nettles
Test your knowledge on conducting quantitative studies of plants in an ecosystem. Explore concepts like percentage cover, frequency, and quadrat sampling methods. Perfect for biology enthusiasts and ecology students.
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