Lab 3

Question 1

Transects

Answer 1

Adaptable methods that can be used to survey individual species or a group of species

Question 2

Niche

Answer 2

The role of a species in a habitat

Question 3

Relationship between body size of spiders and prey

Answer 3

Larger spiders tend to go for bigger prey on the ground while smaller ones go for winged insects higher up

Question 4

Study 2 summary:

Answer 4

The ability of spiders to withstand long periods of food deprivation is the most important factor influencing their evolution.

Question 5

Purpose of quadrat

Answer 5

Identify a sample area and study the sessile (non-moving) organisms within it