Biodiversity
What is a Species
A group of organisms that can interbreed and produce fertile offspring.
What is the atmosphere?
The layer of gases around Earth, like air.
The layer of gases around Earth, like air.
What are greenhouse gases?
Carbon dioxide that traps heat in Earth's atmosphere.
What environmental concern was addressed in Silent Spring?
It warned about the harmful effects of pesticides, especially DDT, on nature.
Acronym HIPPO stand for
Habitat Loss
Invasive Species
Pollution
Population Growth
Over-Explanation
What is the biosphere?
All living things on Earth.
What is the hydrosphere?
All the water on Earth, including oceans, rivers, and lakes.
How are greenhouse gases contributing to climate change?
They trap more heat, causing Earth’s temperature to rise.
What role did Silent Spring play in the modern environmental movement?
It helped start the environmental movement by raising public awareness and leading to new laws.
Difference between Endangered and Threatened Species?
Endangered face a high risk of extinction, while Threatened can become Endangered in the near future.
What is population?
A group of the same species living in one area.
What is a community?
All the different living organisms in one area.
How is climate change impacting weather systems?
It’s causing more extreme weather, like stronger storms, heatwaves, and floods.
What is the difference between biomagnification and bioaccumulation?
Bioaccumulation is the buildup of toxins in one organism, while biomagnification is the increase of toxins as you go up the food chain.
Why are invasive Species able to outcompete native species?
Lack of natural predators, rapid reproduction, and adaptability.
What is an ecosystem?
A community of living things and their nonliving environment.
What is a ecosystem?
A community of living things and their nonliving environment.
Why is the sea level rising?
The sea level is rising because ice is melting and warmer water expands.
What is a forever chemical?
A forever chemical is a man-made chemical that doesn’t break down easily in the environment or body.
Why is Biodiversity important?
It provides essential ecosystem services like clean air and water, pollination, and climate regulation.
Difference between a food chain and food web?
A food chain shows one path of energy flow, while a food web shows how many connected food chains.
What is the difference between a food chain, and a food web?
A food chain shows one path of energy flow, while a food web shows many connected food chains.
How is climate change impacting ecosystems and the organisms that live there?
Climate change is impacting ecosystems and the organisms that live there by changing temperatures and weather patterns, which can harm or force species to move or die out.
How do chemicals impact ecosystems forever?
They can harm wildlife, pollute water, and affect the health of animals and people.