1. biodiversity

Question 1

define biodiversity

Answer 1

the variety and variability of all life on Earth

Question 2

3 levels of biodiversity

Answer 2

genes in a gene pool
species in an ecosystem
ecosystems in a region/the biosphere

Question 3

what is biodiversity important

Answer 3

provides direct services, indirect services and aesthetic/ethical effects

Question 4

biodiversity direct services

Answer 4

shelter, medicines (Rosy Periwinkle - childhood lukemia), food

Question 5

biodiversity indirect services

Answer 5

mangroves protect from storm erosion, quicker/easier recovery from unpredictable weather events

Question 6

biodiversity ethical/aesthetic effects

Answer 6

cultural importance, recreation spaces, research and education

Question 7

biodiversity hotspot criteria

Answer 7

1500+ endemic vascular plant species, 70% of original habitat lost

Question 8

why are biodiversity hotspots important

Answer 8

helps scientists know where to aim conservation efforts, helps preserve endemic species

Question 9

main threats to biodiversity

Answer 9

degradation of habitat, invasive species, climate change, changes to water flows, unsustainable use of natural resources

Question 10

in-situ conservation

Answer 10

conservation within a species natural habitat. creating national parks, wildlife sanctuaries, international migration routes

Question 11

ex-situ conservation

Answer 11

conservation of a species outside of its natural habitat. Includes breeding programs, maintenance of endangered species in artificial ecosystems