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Chapter 11: Biodiversity and Conservation Biology Flashcards

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Biodiversity

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Variety of life across all levels of biological organization, including the diversity of species, genes, populations, and communities

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Genetic diversity

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Differences in DNA composition among individuals

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Latitudinal gradient

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Species richness generally increases as one approaches the equator

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Mass Extinction Facts

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Earth has seen 5, we are 6th

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Major causes of biodiversity loss

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Habitat loss, pollution, overharvesting, invasive species

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