Vocabulary
Define ecological succession
Predictable changes in an ecosystem after a disturbance
Which type of succession is "faster"?
Secondary
What type of ecosystem has the highest biodiversity index?
True or false ... Biodiversity has no effect on a food web?
False
Define biodiversity
The variety of life in a specific area
Which environment would have higher biodiversity ... a wheat field or a prairie?
Prairie
Define pioneer species
The first species to colonize an area after a disturbance
What is one similarity between primary and secondary succession
They both result in a climax community
What are the three aspects of biodiversity?
Genetic, ecosystem, and species
Define Tolerance
The ability to survive and reproduce under a range of environmental circumstances
In terms of succession, what stage would have the highest biodiversity?
Climax community
What is conservation?
Actions that help to save an ecosystem and its inhabitants
What are the three main ways that humans affect biodiversity?
Overexploitation, pollution, habitat destruction