Ch. 10 Key Terms

Question 1

Biodiversity

Answer 1

The number of different species in a given area

Question 2

Gene

Answer 2

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

Critical to the functioning of an ecosystem

Question 4

Ecotourism

Answer 4

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

Question 5

Endangered Species

Answer 5

A species that is likely to become extinct

Question 6

Threatened Species

Answer 6

A species that has a declining population/endangered if it’s not protected

Question 7

Exotic Species

Answer 7

A species that is not native to a particular region

Question 8

Poaching

Answer 8

Local are an obvious source of food

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 like cells of plant and animals

Question 11

Endangered Species Act

Answer 11

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

Question 13

Biodiversity Treaty

Answer 13

Their goal is to preserve biodiversity and ensure the sustainable in all countries