Environmental and Conservation Biology

"T" in the IPAT formula stands for ________.

"T" in the IPAT formula stands for ________.

"T" in the IPAT formula stands for ________.
A) technology
B) time
C) transition
D) transpiration
E) telecommuting

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Rohcodom

"The missing carbon sink" is likely in ________.

"The missing carbon sink" is likely in ________.

"The missing carbon sink" is likely in ________.

Pramila   42   1 Reply

illustrasyon

"Vampire" power is ________.

"Vampire" power is ________.

"Vampire" power is ________.
A) the hidden cost of energy
B) when electric currents pass through silicone-rich materials
C) energy used when appliance is turned off, but in "standby" mode
D) when the majority o

barry   6101   2 Replies

barry

'many virgin forests were being converted to palm oil plantations'?

'many virgin forests were being converted to palm oil plantations'?

What are benefits and problems derived from the planting of palm plantations. The answer covered the effects on human, orang utans and the environment

fiona6197   484   6 Replies

obpopnurse

(ENST 3610) Industrial ecology is defined by all of the following EXCEPT

(ENST 3610) Industrial ecology is defined by all of the following EXCEPT

Industrial ecology is defined by all of the following EXCEPT:

A. Redesigning industrial systems to reduce resource inputs
B. Examining the entire life cycle of a given product  
C. Minimizing physical inefficiency
D.

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bolbol

(ENST 3610) Which statement is false for this figure?

(ENST 3610) Which statement is false for this figure?

Which statement is false for this figure?

A. Paper makes up most of the solid waste
B. Compostable material is a significant part of solid waste
C. Glass recycling would have the greatest impact on solid waste
D. Metals are

leenir87   47   1 Reply

bolbol

*NEED HELP* Multiple choice~ What was the purpose of the Endangered Species Act of 1973?

*NEED HELP* Multiple choice~ What was the purpose of the Endangered Species Act of 1973?

A. It banned the sale of ivory form elephant tusks.

B. It placed threatened species under the protection of the U.S. federal government.

C. It arranged for habitat preserves to be created for endangered species.

D. It set up a reward fund for i

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lealbertle

. In considering interspecific competition, Charles Darwin proposed that specie

. In considering interspecific competition, Charles Darwin proposed that specie

1)In considering interspecific competition, Charles Darwin proposed that species belonging to the same genus would compete most intensely because they would overlap more than unrelated species in the kinds of resources utilized. Discuss this idea fro

emily   1489   2 Replies

bio_man

. A researcher writes a grant proposal to repeat an experiment that was recently

. A researcher writes a grant proposal to repeat an experiment that was recently

. A researcher writes a grant proposal to repeat an experiment that was recently published by another researcher. Which of the following statements best supports the grant proposal?

A. Funding this grant proposal will allow this laboratory

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padre

. A(n) ____________________ is a drill that is hardened for use in metal. (Fill in the blank)

. A(n) ____________________ is a drill that is hardened for use in metal. (Fill in the blank)

. A(n) ____________________ is a drill that is hardened for use in metal.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

Question 2

Horses suffering from severe burns need to have protein re

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Econtreras

. Most objects require ____________________ views in a drawing in order to provide the most ...

. Most objects require ____________________ views in a drawing in order to provide the most ...

. Most objects require ____________________ views in a drawing in order to provide the most
  complete information about the object.
 
  Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

Question 2[/color

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Leslverocanosa

.A parasite species lives in or on a host species.?

.A parasite species lives in or on a host species.?

1.A parasite species lives in or on a host species. In this interaction:  
   A. both species are negatively effected  
  B. one species is negatively effected while the other is unaffected  
C.   one species is negatively effected while the other is

orangedolphin   976   2 Replies

bio_man

1) Flying squirrels competing with each other for truffles is an example of ____

1) Flying squirrels competing with each other for truffles is an example of ____

1) Flying squirrels competing with each other for truffles is an example of ________.
A) intraspecific competition
B) interspecific competition
C) habitat competition
D) exploitation competition
E) interference competition

barry   5166   2 Replies

barry

1. A species that influences an ecosystem to a larger extent than would be expected by?

1. A species that influences an ecosystem to a larger extent than would be expected by?

a. climax speciesd. primary producer
b. tertiary consumere. a and b only
c. keystone predator

2. Ecological succession is
a. the changes in species over time
b. the buildup of soil nutrients
c. the process by which a species becomes abundant
d. the

oram   673   2 Replies

emmajp

1. Name four GM crops or organisms. For each example, describe a characteristic that has been improved by its?

1. Name four GM crops or organisms. For each example, describe a characteristic that has been improved by its?

1. Name four GM crops or organisms. For each example, describe a characteristic that has been improved by its genetic modification.

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LemyLekySama

10,000 years ago, forests covered approximately 50% of Earth. Today, forests cov

10,000 years ago, forests covered approximately 50% of Earth. Today, forests cov

10,000 years ago, forests covered approximately 50% of Earth. Today, forests cover approximately ________ of the Earth's land area.
A) 5%
B) 15%
C) 30%
D) 50%
E) 70%

barry   2681   2 Replies

barry

10. How does the loss of biodiversity affect ecosystem function?

10. How does the loss of biodiversity affect ecosystem function?

10. How does the loss of biodiversity affect ecosystem function?

snowdon293   168   1 Reply

shortestcake

11. If agriculture on a once virgin tropical forest area were to stop, how could we speed up the ...

11. If agriculture on a once virgin tropical forest area were to stop, how could we speed up the ...

11. If agriculture on a once virgin tropical forest area were to stop, how could we speed up the process of secondary succession so that the tropical forest returns?

dmc1259   96   1 Reply

xAdoree

12,000 years ago at the end of the last glacial advance, sea levels were:

12,000 years ago at the end of the last glacial advance, sea levels were:

12,000 years ago at the end of the last glacial advance, sea levels were:
A) 120 m higher than today
B) 120 m lower than today
C) 1 km higher than today
D) 1 km lower than today

dada83   89   1 Reply

zudomusti

12. In conservation efforts which types of organisms deserve priority and why?

12. In conservation efforts which types of organisms deserve priority and why?

12. In conservation efforts which types of organisms deserve priority and why?

dmc1259   117   1 Reply

sakurayt

12C and 13C differ in ________.

12C and 13C differ in ________.

12C and 13C differ in ________.
A) atomic mass
B) ionic number
C) atomic number
D) number of protons
E) number of electrons

Pramila   62   1 Reply

euroemy

13. From an ecological perspective, discuss the role of humans in the spread and control of invasive species.

13. From an ecological perspective, discuss the role of humans in the spread and control of invasive species.

13. From an ecological perspective, discuss the role of humans in the spread and control of invasive species.

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j_lharvick

14. Should we be concerned about maintaining small amounts of “green space” in cities and other ...

14. Should we be concerned about maintaining small amounts of “green space” in cities and other ...

[html]14. Should we be concerned about maintaining small amounts of “green space” in cities and other urban habitats, or would money be better spent in preserving large tracts of relatively undisturbed land in pristine areas? Expound on your answer.[

pr_dragon1   102   1 Reply

knott513

14C has 6 protons and ________. (Multiple Choice)

14C has 6 protons and ________. (Multiple Choice)

14C has 6 protons and ________.
A) 8 neutrons
B) 8 electrons
C) 6 neutrons
D) 14 neutrons
E) 14 electrons

Jose7up   42   1 Reply

Rohcodom

15. Which types of pollutants should we be most concerned about in terms of their effects on the ...

15. Which types of pollutants should we be most concerned about in terms of their effects on the ...

[html]15. Which types of pollutants should we be most concerned about in terms of their effects on the distribution and abundance of plants and animals? With the same question in mind, which is the best form of energy for society to use and why? (Bea

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pikkia

16. With illustration discuss the three (3) ways in which organisms are distributed in a population ...

16. With illustration discuss the three (3) ways in which organisms are distributed in a population ...

16. With illustration discuss the three (3) ways in which organisms are distributed in a population and state the basic principles or reasons for the distribution patterns.

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izzybel

17. At least six types of mutualism have been recognized in nature: Those that ______

17. At least six types of mutualism have been recognized in nature: Those that ______

[html]17. At least six types of mutualism have been recognized in nature: Those that ______a. deter predation
b. increase the availability of prey or resources
c. feed on, or compete with a predator
d. increase the competitiveness of one p

raym20on   106   1 Reply

skohlxr151

2. Describe how improper agricultural practices and solid waste disposal may impact fresh water and ...

2. Describe how improper agricultural practices and solid waste disposal may impact fresh water and ...

2. Describe how improper agricultural practices and solid waste disposal may impact fresh water and marine ecosystems.

NurseDeziel   130   1 Reply

morgie15

2.5 million years ago the sun was 30% stronger but much lower levels of CO2 kept the Earth from ...

2.5 million years ago the sun was 30% stronger but much lower levels of CO2 kept the Earth from ...

2.5 million years ago the sun was 30% stronger but much lower levels of CO2 kept the Earth from getting too hot.

dada83   108   2 Replies

dada83

20% of the global populations live in the richest countries. What percentage of

20% of the global populations live in the richest countries. What percentage of

20% of the global populations live in the richest countries. What percentage of primary energy is used by this global population?
A) 1.2%
B) 5%
C) 20%
D) 30%
E) 70%

barry   3112   3 Replies

Andreat84

23. Bt corn is a genetically engineered plant. What feature gives it value as a crop plant?

23. Bt corn is a genetically engineered plant. What feature gives it value as a crop plant?

21. Golden rice:
a) could help the 250,000 children each year who are at risk of blindness due to vitamin A deficiency.
b) is an example of organic farming.
c) supplies more vitamin A in one serving than an individual needs in a full week.
d) can mak

asmith713   673   2 Replies

Illo_88

25% of old cell phones in Canada are recycled.

25% of old cell phones in Canada are recycled.

25% of old cell phones in Canada are recycled.

Pramila   72   1 Reply

Rohcodom

250 million years ago during the Permian Period:

250 million years ago during the Permian Period:

250 million years ago during the Permian Period:
A) Life flourished.
B) Continents were widely spaced apart.
C) Extinction rates were high.
D) There was only ice in Antarctica.

ebuch_2200   47   2 Replies

ebuch_2200

3 of the 4 plants have actually been engineered. Select the exception.?

3 of the 4 plants have actually been engineered. Select the exception.?

A. Corn resistant to herbicide
B. Soybeans that provide human birth control
C. Tomatoes resistant to salt
D. Wheat with twice the normal yield.

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Leniece4

3. Compare and contrast the differences in characteristics between K – selected and r-selected species.

3. Compare and contrast the differences in characteristics between K – selected and r-selected species.

3. Compare and contrast the differences in characteristics between K – selected and r-selected species.

shawn_rampton   123   1 Reply

GP

4- Which statement about metal-induced diseases is not true?

4- Which statement about metal-induced diseases is not true?

4- Which statement about metal-induced diseases is not true?
   a- they are mainly occupational health diseases
   b- they result mostly from chronic exposure
   c- they are diseases affecting the respiratory system only
   d- they biocon

Bachess   689   3 Replies

Shafaifer

4. Illustrate and discuss the ecological importance of the water cycle and the phosphorus cycle and ...

4. Illustrate and discuss the ecological importance of the water cycle and the phosphorus cycle and ...

4. Illustrate and discuss the ecological importance of the water cycle and the phosphorus cycle and their relevance and application to the restoration of distributed terrestrial habitats.

edmondhmc   120   1 Reply

Oliviabebe

5. Discuss conservation or management strategies to reduce the negative impact of human intervention ...

5. Discuss conservation or management strategies to reduce the negative impact of human intervention ...

5. Discuss conservation or management strategies to reduce the negative impact of human intervention in the biogeochemical cycles.

Ltothe2nd   116   1 Reply

odiebob

55 million years ago, the Paleocene-Eocene Thermal Anomaly (PETA) was NOT characterized by:

55 million years ago, the Paleocene-Eocene Thermal Anomaly (PETA) was NOT characterized by:

55 million years ago, the Paleocene-Eocene Thermal Anomaly (PETA) was NOT characterized by:
A) Rapid warming of the climate
B) Ocean acidification
C) Anoxic ocean conditions
D) None of the above

dada83   72   1 Reply

bigrob1979

6. Using conservation ecological principles, with examples, discuss why it would be less challenging ...

6. Using conservation ecological principles, with examples, discuss why it would be less challenging ...

6. Using conservation ecological principles, with examples, discuss why it would be less challenging to feed and care for herbivores than carnivores.

mod3st   98   1 Reply

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