Analyzing Ecosystems Pt. 1

Question 1

What is sustainability linked to?

Answer 1

an ecosystem’s health

Question 2

More sustainable = ______

Answer 2

healthier and able to “deal” with stress

Question 3

What stress might organisms face in the environment?

Answer 3

• disease
• invasive species
• natural events/disasters

Question 4

What is a niche?

Answer 4

An organism’s job/role

Question 5

What is a microhabitat?

Answer 5

a small home

Question 6

What do microhabitats provide for survival?

Answer 6

different resources and conditions

Question 7

What are the most important factors that determine biodiversity?

Answer 7

rainfall and temperature

Question 8

Characteristics of the Tundra biome:

Answer 8

• little precipitation
• very cold (-34 celsius)
• low biodiversity
• plants grow low to ground

Question 9

Characteristics of the Tropical Rainforest biome:

Answer 9

• near equator
• very warm all year
• lots of rainfall
• greatest biodiversity of all biomes

Question 10

Characteristics of the Desert biome:

Answer 10

• dry soil and little rainfall
• hot days and cold nights
• waxy leaf covers to prevent water loss

Question 11

Characteristics of the Deciduous Forest biome:

Answer 11

• mild summers and cold winters
• moderate rainfall
• experiences all 4 seasons
• trees lose leaves to conserve energy

Question 12

What is an abiotic factor?

Answer 12

A nonliving factor in an environment like rocks or sunlight