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Biodiversity Exam
Define biodiversity:
What are the three levels of biodiversity? Identify and define each.
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List the five types of microbes:
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An ecological hot spot is:
a. a place where significant numbers of species and habitats are in immediate danger of
extinction
b. a hot climate area with numerous types of species
c. an area, regardless of climate, with various numbers of ecosystems.
Protists (protozoa, algae, etc.) are:
a. Prokaryotes
b. Eukaryotes
c. Amphibians
d. Yeast
Give one reason why you think biodiversity is important and explain.
List the three types of bacteria and draw a picture of each. Make sure to identify the shape of
each bacteria.
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List three threats to biodiversity and briefly explain (1-2 sentences) how each may threaten
biodiversity.
Thermophiles and are considered what?
a. Fungi
b. Archaea
c. Bacteria
d. Viruses
The goal of conservation is to:
a. preserve habitats and ecosystems
b. protect individual species
c. both a and b
d. none of the above
True or false: Viruses are non-living.
a. True
b. False
Fill in the blank - use the words provided to fill in the sentences. Remember - use each word only once!
exploitation, invasive species, Endangered Species Act, species survival plans, captive-breeding
program, conservation
The ____________________________ is a federal act designed to protect and restore endangered and
threatened species. In many ecosystems, _________________________ lead to the destruction of
native species because of____________________ of resources. _______________________ is the
field of study that aims to protect and restore ecosystems, species, and biodiversity. One program that
conservationists use is the _______________________, which aims to increase endangered populations
through breeding pairs of individuals. The Association of Zoos and Aquariums oversee
_____________________, which protect the habitats and interactions of endangered and threatened
species.
Athlete’s Foot is caused by what type of microbe?
a. Bacteria
b. Virus
c. Fungi
d. Archaea
What is a keystone species? Explain how it is important to an ecosystem and give an example.
Please explain why eating yogurt is good when you are taking antibiotics.
*Bonus* How is species diversity related to genetic diversity?