DEFINITIONS
a group of organisms capable of interbreeding to produce fertile offspring
High species diversity = greater resilience.
TRUE OR FALSE
TRUE
WHAT ARE PESTS AND DISEASES?
living organisms that negatively impact humans, animals, plants, or the environment, while diseases are illnesses caused by harmful microorganisms like bacteria, fungi, or viruses.
WHAT IS BIOLOGY?
the study of living organisms
When there are many species, the loss or decline of one species can be balanced by others.
TRUE OR FALSE
TRUE
WHY IS IT GOOD FOR AN ECOSYSTEM TO HAVE MANY DIFFERENT PLANTS AND ANIMALS?
BECAUSE IT HELPS THE ECOSYSTEM TO STAY HEALTHY AND STRONG
HABITAT AVAILABILITY
CONTROL OF INVASIVE SPECIES
CLIMATE STABILITY
SUSTAINABLE RESOURCE USE
Diverse ecosystems cannot better maintain nutrient cycles, food webs, and energy flow.
false
hOW DOES HAVING MANY DIFFERENT SPECIES HELP AN ECOSYSTEM AFTER A STORM
IT HELPS THE ECOSYSTEM TO RECOVER OR HEAL FASTER
WHAT IS SPECIES DIVERSITY?
refers to the variety of different species in an ecosystem.
Diversity supports stability
true
WHY DO ANIMALS AND PLANTS NEED TO WORK TOGETHER IN NATURE?
because they depend on each other to survive
WHAT IS ECOSYSTEM STABILITY?
the ability of an ecosystem to resist change or recover after disturbances such as storms, fires, or human activities.
Low diversity does not make ecosystems vulnerable to diseases, invasive species, or environmental change.
false
WHAT IS ECOSYSTEM BALANCE?
This happens when many species work together to keep the ecosystem healthy.