Ecological Perspective & Deforestation

Question 1

Define the term Agroecosystem

Answer 1

An ecosystem created by agriculture. Typically has low genetics, species and habitat diversity

Question 2

Name 5 differences an agroecosystem has from a natural ecosystem

Answer 2

1. Biological diversity and food chain simplified
2. The focus is monoculture(The practice of growing one crop species at a time)
3. Crops are planted in neat rows and fields
4. Agroecosystems require ploughing
5. They may include genetically modified crops

Question 3

Define the term deforestation

Answer 3

The clearing of land through total removal of forest cover.

Question 4

Reasons for deforestation

Answer 4

Clearing the land for agriculture and settlements
Trees used for fuel, lumber and paper products

Question 5

What are the ecosystem impacts caused by deforestation?

Answer 5

Habitat destruction
Loss of species
Reduction of ecosystem complexity