Chapter 24: Flashcards

1
Q

Area that is heterogeneous in one or more features

A

Landscape

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2
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Landscape typically contains multiple…

A

Ecosystems

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3
Q

Important for creating heterogeneity in landscapes

A

Natural burns

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4
Q

Total length of a habitat boundary

A

Edges

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5
Q

Biotic and abiotic affects associated with boundary

A

Edge effects

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6
Q

What can edge effects change

A

Wind, soil moisture, solar radiation, temperature

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7
Q

Land bridges have ________ (+/-) effects on diversity

A

Positive

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8
Q

Ecosystem management is a _____________ process to maintain ecological integrity

A

Collaborative

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