Analyzing Ecosystems Pt. 1 Flashcards
1
Q
What is sustainability linked to?
A
an ecosystem’s health
2
Q
More sustainable = ______
A
healthier and able to “deal” with stress
3
Q
What stress might organisms face in the environment?
A
- disease
- invasive species
- natural events/disasters
4
Q
What is a niche?
A
An organism’s job/role
5
Q
What is a microhabitat?
A
a small home
6
Q
What do microhabitats provide for survival?
A
different resources and conditions
7
Q
What are the most important factors that determine biodiversity?
A
rainfall and temperature
8
Q
Characteristics of the Tundra biome:
A
- little precipitation
- very cold (-34 celsius)
- low biodiversity
- plants grow low to ground
9
Q
Characteristics of the Tropical Rainforest biome:
A
- near equator
- very warm all year
- lots of rainfall
- greatest biodiversity of all biomes
10
Q
Characteristics of the Desert biome:
A
- dry soil and little rainfall
- hot days and cold nights
- waxy leaf covers to prevent water loss
11
Q
Characteristics of the Deciduous Forest biome:
A
- mild summers and cold winters
- moderate rainfall
- experiences all 4 seasons
- trees lose leaves to conserve energy
12
Q
What is an abiotic factor?
A
A nonliving factor in an environment like rocks or sunlight
