Environmental and Conservation Biology

Intraspecific competition limits a population size as

Intraspecific competition limits a population size as

A. clumped distribution decreases competition, which removes weak and old individuals from the population
B. competition for resources intensifies as two different species compete for resources
C. certain alleles give some individuals a com

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bio_man

Compared to the global demand for energy, renewable energy sources can ________.

Compared to the global demand for energy, renewable energy sources can ________.

a.meet all of the demand
b.exceed the demand
c.meet about half of the demand
d.only meet a small percentage of the demand
e.meet only the demand for electricity

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bio_man

The tiny wasp Ooencyrtus kuvanae lays its eggs inside the egg masses of gypsy moths. When the wasp ...

The tiny wasp Ooencyrtus kuvanae lays its eggs inside the egg masses of gypsy moths. When the wasp ...

The tiny wasp Ooencyrtus kuvanae lays its eggs inside the egg masses of gypsy moths. When the wasp larvae hatch, they burrow into the gypsy moth caterpillars and eat them from the inside. After they have completed their development, the adult wasps e

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bio_man

In aquatic environments, high levels of nutrients can act as pollutants. True or False?

In aquatic environments, high levels of nutrients can act as pollutants. True or False?

In aquatic environments, high levels of nutrients can act as pollutants. True or False?

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tyressjones

Global climate change will cause deserts to become hotter and wetter. True or False?

Global climate change will cause deserts to become hotter and wetter. True or False?

Global climate change will cause deserts to become hotter and wetter. True or False?

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tyressjones

The most serious threat to biodiversity is habitat destruction. True or False?

The most serious threat to biodiversity is habitat destruction. True or False?

The most serious threat to biodiversity is habitat destruction. True or False?

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tyressjones

Global warming is accelerating the growth of coral reefs. True or False?

Global warming is accelerating the growth of coral reefs. True or False?

Global warming is accelerating the growth of coral reefs. True or False?

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tyressjones

Invasive species cannot be introduced to the Great Lakes because they are isolated from the oceans. ...

Invasive species cannot be introduced to the Great Lakes because they are isolated from the oceans. ...

Invasive species cannot be introduced to the Great Lakes because they are isolated from the oceans. True or False?

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tyressjones

Habitat fragmentation increases the breeding success of a species. True or False?

Habitat fragmentation increases the breeding success of a species. True or False?

Habitat fragmentation increases the breeding success of a species. True or False?

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tyressjones

The use of technology has reduced the ecological footprint of people in developed countries to less ...

The use of technology has reduced the ecological footprint of people in developed countries to less ...

The use of technology has reduced the ecological footprint of people in developed countries to less than that of people in developing countries. True or False?

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tyressjones

The mass extinction currently taking place is most likely due to human activities. True or False?

The mass extinction currently taking place is most likely due to human activities. True or False?

The mass extinction currently taking place is most likely due to human activities. True or False?

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tyressjones

Removal of a keystone species from an ecosystem has minimal effect because other species compensate ...

Removal of a keystone species from an ecosystem has minimal effect because other species compensate ...

Removal of a keystone species from an ecosystem has minimal effect because other species compensate and take over its role. True or False?

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tyressjones

Under the redundancy hypothesis, if one species is removed from an ecosystem, then another organism ...

Under the redundancy hypothesis, if one species is removed from an ecosystem, then another organism ...

Under the redundancy hypothesis, if one species is removed from an ecosystem, then another organism in that ecosystem that occupies a similar niche will take its place, leading to minimal disruption. True or False?

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tyressjones

Straightening rivers improves water quality, expands breeding areas for birds and fish, and reduces ...

Straightening rivers improves water quality, expands breeding areas for birds and fish, and reduces ...

Straightening rivers improves water quality, expands breeding areas for birds and fish, and reduces the number of invasive species. True or False?

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tyressjones

Wetlands purify water by removing sediments and pollutants. True or False?

Wetlands purify water by removing sediments and pollutants. True or False?

Wetlands purify water by removing sediments and pollutants. True or False?

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tyressjones

In heavily forested areas, the trees reduce evaporation and disrupt the normal water cycle. True or ...

In heavily forested areas, the trees reduce evaporation and disrupt the normal water cycle. True or ...

In heavily forested areas, the trees reduce evaporation and disrupt the normal water cycle. True or False?

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tyressjones

Trees alter runoff patterns, causing increased erosion and potential flooding. True or False?

Trees alter runoff patterns, causing increased erosion and potential flooding. True or False?

Trees alter runoff patterns, causing increased erosion and potential flooding. True or False?

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tyressjones

In the wild, plants depend on bacteria in the soil to provide nitrogen. True or False?

In the wild, plants depend on bacteria in the soil to provide nitrogen. True or False?

In the wild, plants depend on bacteria in the soil to provide nitrogen. True or False?

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tyressjones

The detritivores and decomposers in soil are responsible for recycling nutrients. True or False?

The detritivores and decomposers in soil are responsible for recycling nutrients. True or False?

The detritivores and decomposers in soil are responsible for recycling nutrients. True or False?

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tyressjones

Food that is produced using unsustainable farming practices tends toA) be less susceptible to pest ...

Food that is produced using unsustainable farming practices tends toA) be less susceptible to pest ...

Food that is produced using unsustainable farming practices tends to
A) be less susceptible to pest damage.
B) have a longer shelf life.
C) be cheaper.
D) have a lower fat content.
E) have more complex carbohydrates.

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tyressjones

Organic farming involvesA) using organic pesticides and herbicides.B) planting genetically ...

Organic farming involvesA) using organic pesticides and herbicides.B) planting genetically ...

Organic farming involves
A) using organic pesticides and herbicides.
B) planting genetically engineered crops only.
C) using large farm equipment to fertilize, plow, and harvest.
D) adding organic fertilizers to the soil.
E)

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tyressjones

Unsustainable farming practices includeA) planting different crops in the same field in alternating ...

Unsustainable farming practices includeA) planting different crops in the same field in alternating ...

Unsustainable farming practices include
A) planting different crops in the same field in alternating years.
B) abandoning fields and allowing them to go through natural succession.
C) abandoning the use of irrigation to water fields.

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tyressjones

The transition zone of a Biosphere Reserve is an area whereA) there are captive breeding programs to ...

The transition zone of a Biosphere Reserve is an area whereA) there are captive breeding programs to ...

The transition zone of a Biosphere Reserve is an area where
A) there are captive breeding programs to allow threatened species to increase their population sizes.
B) there are many human residents, and the goal is sustainable development.

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tyressjones

In the United States, most Biosphere Reserves are found inA) national parks and national forests.B) ...

In the United States, most Biosphere Reserves are found inA) national parks and national forests.B) ...

In the United States, most Biosphere Reserves are found in
A) national parks and national forests.
B) national zoos.
C) small, isolated communities.
D) the Appalachian Mountain region.
E) coastal regions.

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tyressjones

The United Nations has established a network of Biosphere Reserves, each of which consists of aA) ...

The United Nations has established a network of Biosphere Reserves, each of which consists of aA) ...

The United Nations has established a network of Biosphere Reserves, each of which consists of a
A) core reserve.
B) core reserve and buffer zone.
C) core reserve, buffer zone, and transition area.
D) core reserve, buffer zone, tra

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tyressjones

Core reserves are areas whereA) humans are forbidden from entering.B) wildlife species benefit from ...

Core reserves are areas whereA) humans are forbidden from entering.B) wildlife species benefit from ...

Core reserves are areas where
A) humans are forbidden from entering.
B) wildlife species benefit from extensive conservation programs, including nurseries and clinics.
C) only human activities that have low impact on the native wildlif

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tyressjones

One goal of conservation biology is to prevent extinction caused byA) asteroid impacts.B) climate ...

One goal of conservation biology is to prevent extinction caused byA) asteroid impacts.B) climate ...

One goal of conservation biology is to prevent extinction caused by
A) asteroid impacts.
B) climate change.
C) predation.
D) human activity.
E) disease.

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tyressjones

The goals of conservation biologists include all of the following EXCEPT:A) cataloguing the number ...

The goals of conservation biologists include all of the following EXCEPT:A) cataloguing the number ...

The goals of conservation biologists include all of the following EXCEPT:
A) cataloguing the number of species.
B) studying the natural impacts of human activities.
C) working toward resource sustainability.
D) reversing the loss

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tyressjones

Habitat fragmentation has forced many species into smaller habitats, which results in increased ...

Habitat fragmentation has forced many species into smaller habitats, which results in increased ...

Habitat fragmentation has forced many species into smaller habitats, which results in increased mortality within populations. In order to give these species access to larger habitats, wildlife biologists developed
A) tunnels underground for anim

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tyressjones

The conservation organization TAMAR has had some success in protecting sea turtles byA) making ...

The conservation organization TAMAR has had some success in protecting sea turtles byA) making ...

The conservation organization TAMAR has had some success in protecting sea turtles by
A) making beautiful jewelry from turtle shells.
B) engaging the local community in conservation efforts.
C) lobbying for legislation that supports th

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tyressjones

The greatest natural threat to newly hatched sea turtles isA) beach development.B) ecotourism.C) ...

The greatest natural threat to newly hatched sea turtles isA) beach development.B) ecotourism.C) ...

The greatest natural threat to newly hatched sea turtles is
A) beach development.
B) ecotourism.
C) polluted ocean waters.
D) drowning.
E) predation by native species.

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tyressjones

Adult sea turtles are primarily threatened byA) beach development.B) hunting.C) polluted ocean ...

Adult sea turtles are primarily threatened byA) beach development.B) hunting.C) polluted ocean ...

Adult sea turtles are primarily threatened by
A) beach development.
B) hunting.
C) polluted ocean waters.
D) beach development and hunting.
E) beach development, hunting, and polluted ocean waters.

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tyressjones

________ occurs when human developments break up natural ecosystems into smaller areas.A) Habitat ...

________ occurs when human developments break up natural ecosystems into smaller areas.A) Habitat ...

________ occurs when human developments break up natural ecosystems into smaller areas.
A) Habitat fragmentation
B) Overexploitation
C) Species invasion
D) Conservation biology
E) Sustainable development

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tyressjones

As a result of global warmingA) the ozone layer is becoming thicker.B) species' ranges are shifting ...

As a result of global warmingA) the ozone layer is becoming thicker.B) species' ranges are shifting ...

As a result of global warming
A) the ozone layer is becoming thicker.
B) species' ranges are shifting toward the equator.
C) there are greater extremes in weather patterns.
D) species are becoming active later in the spring.

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tyressjones

Pollutants such as ________ may affect the reproduction of organisms.A) bisphenol AB) carbon ...

Pollutants such as ________ may affect the reproduction of organisms.A) bisphenol AB) carbon ...

Pollutants such as ________ may affect the reproduction of organisms.
A) bisphenol A
B) carbon monoxide
C) nitrogen
D) sulfur
E) water

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tyressjones

An introduced species is "invasive" if itA) is a threat to humans.B) cannot successfully ...

An introduced species is "invasive" if itA) is a threat to humans.B) cannot successfully ...

An introduced species is "invasive" if it
A) is a threat to humans.
B) cannot successfully maintain a population in the new habitat.
C) survives in its new habitat and forms mutually beneficial relationships with native speci

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tyressjones

In less-developed countries, many species are being harvested unsustainably becauseA) they are ...

In less-developed countries, many species are being harvested unsustainably becauseA) they are ...

In less-developed countries, many species are being harvested unsustainably because
A) they are considered a danger to humans.
B) the people must eat or sell the species' products to survive.
C) they are hunted and killed because

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tyressjones

Many marine animal species are threatened becauseA) they are overexploited as pets.B) they are ...

Many marine animal species are threatened becauseA) they are overexploited as pets.B) they are ...

Many marine animal species are threatened because
A) they are overexploited as pets.
B) they are overexploited for research and development.
C) they are caught in nets along with other species being fished.
D) their habitats, coas

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tyressjones

Overexploitation of many species has increased due to the growing demand for wild animals and ...

Overexploitation of many species has increased due to the growing demand for wild animals and ...

Overexploitation of many species has increased due to the growing demand for wild animals and plants, and
A) the dramatic increase in world population.
B) global warming.
C) sustainable agriculture, which has become more popular.

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tyressjones

The minimum viable population is theA) number of organisms that can be spread over a fragmented ...

The minimum viable population is theA) number of organisms that can be spread over a fragmented ...

The minimum viable population is the
A) number of organisms that can be spread over a fragmented habitat.
B) smallest number of organisms capable of maintaining a population.
C) smallest number of males needed to maintain a population.

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