1
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what is zonation?
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zonation refers to the patterns that are observed in a community over a distance, based on the distinct flora and fauna found along the area.
2
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what is stratification?
A
stratification describes the composition and arrangement of the vertical layers of a community.
biodiversity and ecosystem dynamics
flashcards
Decks in class (15)
# Cards
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biodiversity10
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classification8
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adaptations3
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species interactions6
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patterns within a community2
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energy transfers9
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ecological niche and keystone species7
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ecological succession3
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the water cycle7
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the carbon cycle2
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the nitrogen cycle4
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the phosphorus cycle3
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reproductive isolation9
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reduced genetic diversity2
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human impact on ecosystems2
