Chapter 10 Key Terms

Question 1

biodiversity

Answer 1

the number of different species in a given area

Question 2

gene

Answer 2

piece of DNA that codes for a specific trait that can be inherited by an organisms offspring

Question 3

keystone species

Answer 3

a species very critical to the functioning of an ecosystem.

Question 4

endangered species

Answer 4

a species likely to become extinct if protective measures are not taken immediately.

Question 5

threatened species

Answer 5

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

Question 6

ecotourism

Answer 6

the conservation and sustainable development of ecologically unique areas

Question 7

exotic species

Answer 7

species that are not native to a particular region.

Question 8

poaching

Answer 8

illegal hunting, fishing, and trading of wildlife

Question 9

endemic species

Answer 9

species native to and only found 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

a law enacted 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 of cooperative agreements

Question 13

biodiversity treaty

Answer 13

a treaty to preserve biodiversity and ensure fair use of genetic resources in all countries