Ch. 10 Key Terms

Question 1

Biodiversity

Answer 1

Usually refers to the number of different species in a given area.

Question 2

Gene

Answer 2

Is a piece of DNA that codes for a specific trait that can be inherited by an organism’s offspring.

Question 3

Keystone Species

Answer 3

Species that are so clearly critical to the functioning of an ecosystem.

Question 4

Ecotourism

Answer 4

A form of tourism that supports that conservation and sustainable development of ecologically unique areas.

Question 5

Endangered Species

Answer 5

A species that is likely to become extinct if protective measures are not taken immediately.

Question 6

Threatened Species

Answer 6

A species that has declining population and that is likely to become endangered if its not protected.

Question 7

Exotic Species

Answer 7

A species that is not native to a particular region.

Question 8

Poaching

Answer 8

Illegal hunting, fishing, harvesting and trade of wildlife.

Question 9

Endemic Species

Answer 9

Species that are native to and found only within a limited area.

Question 10

Germ Plasm

Answer 10

Any form of genetic material, such as that contained within the reproductive , or germ, cells of animals and plants.

Question 11

Endangered Species Act

Answer 11

This law is designed to protect plant and animal species in danger of extinction

Question 12

Habitat Conservation Plan

Answer 12

A plan that attempts to protect one or more species across large areas of land through trade offs or cooperative agreements.

Question 13

Biodiversity Treaty

Answer 13

The treaty’s goal is to preserve biodiversity and ensure the sustainable and fair use of genetic resources in all countries