Quantitative Studies of Plants in Ecosystems
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What is the definition of 'flora'?

  • Animals, such as insects
  • Insects
  • Photosynthetic organisms such as plants (correct)
  • Animals

    • What is the function of a pooter in an ecological study?

  • To catch mobile animals
  • To catch animals that shelter in secluded spaces
  • To catch small invertebrates (correct)
  • To catch insects that hide under leaves

    • Which apparatus is used to catch insects that hide under leaves?

  • Pitfall trap
  • Cryptozoic trap
  • Pooter
  • Beating tray (correct)

    • What is the purpose of a quadrat in sampling plants or sedentary animals?

    <p>To investigate the distribution of a species</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT one of the steps in studying an ecosystem?

    <p>Creating a species list</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of making a sketch map of the ecosystem?

    <p>To visually represent the ecosystem</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a dichotomous key used for in the study of an ecosystem?

    <p>To identify plants and animals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is the correct definition of an ecosystem?

    <p>A community of organisms that interact with their environment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of an abiotic factor that can be measured in an ecosystem?

    <p>Wind speed in the ecosystem</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can a quantitative survey of plants ensure that the sample is random?

    <p>By throwing a pencil over the shoulder and placing the quadrat where it lands</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of an organism adaptation observed in the woodland ecosystem?

    <p>Stinging hairs in nettles</p> Signup and view all the answers

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