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Endangered Species
Endangered Species and Biodiversity
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Biodiversity consists of | ecosystem diversity, species diversity, and genetic diversity |
| Species may become less genetically diverse when | they are isolated from members of its species or there is a low population |
| A keystone species is | an organism on which others may depend on to survive. (coral reefs) |
| Many animals in rain forests may be endangered because | there is habitat loss from deforestation. |
| Asian elephants are endangered mainly because of | over hunting and poaching. |
| Polar bears are endangered because of | habitat loss due to climate change. |
| What are the five causes of loss of biodiversity? (HICOP) | Habitat loss, invasive species, climate change, overharvesting, and pollution. |
| How can humans help conserve biodiversity? | Finding out the conservation status and passing laws and treaties. |
| Endangered species | Organisms that face a high risk of extinction in the near future. |
| Threatened species | Organisms that face a risk of becoming endangered in the near future. |
| Extinct | No living members of a species exist. |
| Describe three ways that biodiversity has an economic importance. | Medicines, clothing, and shelter. |
| An example of bionics is the Eastgate Centre in Zimbabwe. What is its design inspired from? | A termite mound. |