biodiversity Flashcards
1
Q
what is biodiversity?
A
the variety of different species of organisms on earth, or within an ecosystem
2
Q
why is high biodiversity important?
A
it ensures the stability of ecosystems by reducing
the dependence of one species on another for food, shelter and the maintenance of the physical environment
3
Q
give 3 examples of current things that are reducing biodiversity
A
waste production, deforestation and global warming
4
Q
what does the future rely on?
A
us maintaining a good level of biodiversity
