Biomes
Biomes are classified by the _______ and _______ that live in them.
plants, animals
What is a keystone species?
A species that has a large impact on their habitats.
Name and describe the 3 types of biodiversity discussed in class.
Species
Genetic
Ecological
What do the bars illustrate on a climatogram? What does the line indicate?
The bars represent rainfall
The line indicates temperature
The _______ is a biome characterized by very low temperatures and a short growing season.
Taiga
CLimatograms can identify _________.
Biomes
Where are pioneer species found?
During primary/secondary succession
What term describes the variety of species within a habitat or region?
biodiversity
Primary succession involves which type of species at the beginning?
Pioneer species
Pioneer species are the ______ organisms to inhabit barren environments.
first
Which biome is characterized by year-round warmth and is located near the equator?
Tropical Rainforest
Primary succession begins in areas where there is no ____.
soil
What is the purpose of a line transect?
How can line transects be more accurate?
To determine the amount of biodiversity in an area
Use more transacts
Which type of species can be measured for environmental health?
Indicator species
What is albedo?
The measure of the reflectivity of a surface.
Which biome is typically cold or hot/dry with little vegetation and nocturnal animals?
Desert
Why are mangroves considered a keystone species?
They affect many other species and have a large impact on their habitats.
What is the definition of genetic biodiversity?
The variation of DNA and genes within a species or a population.
Predators may not recognize the invasive species as ______.
Prey
A biodiversity index of 1 indicates _______ biodiversity.
high
What is the difference between climate and weather.
The Weather is the daily temperature and rain
The climate is the weather over a long period of time
A climax community is the end result of which process?
Succession
Why is the lionfish considered to be an invasive species?
Because they are not native to that environment and have fewer limiting factors
What is the formula used to calculate a biodiversity index?
# of species in an area/total individuals in the area
What strategies can be used to control the spread of invasive species?
Prevention through early detection and rapid response, mechanical removal, chemical control using herbicides, biological control with natural predators, habitat restoration, and public education