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Section 1.1 Diversity Notes (Pg 9-15) - Species Classification

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Section 1.1 Diversity Notes (Pg 9-15) - Species Classification

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What is the reason behind the increasing extinction rates according to the text?

Lack of adaptability in organisms

Decrease in genetic material due to human activities (correct)

Greater variety of organisms in tropical regions

Increase in the number of species

Why is a mule not considered a species based on the text?

Mules have unique characteristics

Mules prefer specific environments to survive

Mules are sterile and cannot reproduce (correct)

Mules are genetically different from other organisms

Which characteristic do all living things share based on the text?

Requiring energy (correct)

Living in tropical regions

Being able to hibernate

Ability to fly

What is biological diversity defined as according to the text?

The diverse kinds of organisms found on Earth Signup and view all the answers

Why is an ecosystem considered biologically diverse according to the text?

When it contains a wide variety of species occupying different niches Signup and view all the answers

How is biological diversity typically measured according to the text?

By focusing on small groupings of organisms rather than the entire Earth Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for high genetic diversity in a species to ensure its survival?

It increases the likelihood of the species adapting to changes in the environment. Signup and view all the answers

Which kingdom in the classification of biodiversity has been recently subdivided due to genetic differences?

Monera Signup and view all the answers

How do ecosystems maintain stability despite the loss of a species?

A high biodiversity acts as a buffer, making no single species too essential. Signup and view all the answers

Why are tropical regions around the equator home to the most diverse and greatest number of species?

Warmer climates provide more resources, leading to higher population densities. Signup and view all the answers

What type of diversity exists between a species and its members, and can be observed in traits like blood type in humans?

Genetic diversity Signup and view all the answers

Which level of biological diversity refers to a group of the same species living in a specific area with the same resources?

Population Signup and view all the answers