Unit 2 Flashcards
why is species diversity considered a critical enviromental indicator
it shows whether more sensitive species can survive
habitat/ecosystem variety
variety of habitats in a given region
why is it more advantageous to be specialist
less competition
species evenness
abundance of individuals within each species
instrinsic value
spirituals value
instrumental value
worth in goods and service s
provisioning
goods used directly
regulating
helps regulate enviromental conditions
support
processes needed to maintain other services
cultural
beauty tourism
Limiting Factors
enviromental factor most often in short supply
Soil LF
nitrogen phosphorous potassium
open ocean
iron sometimes
freshwater lakes and rivers
phosphorous
bags
salinity