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Human Biology, 7/e
Dr. Sylvia S. Mader
Conservation of Biodiversity
True/False
Please answer all questions
1
Habitat loss has occurred in all ecosystems and is a major factor in causing extinction. (p. 504)
A)
True
B)
False
2
Ecosystems around the globe are characterized by unique assemblages of organisms that have evolved together in one location. (p. 505)
A)
True
B)
False
3
Introduction of alien species usually means a beneficial contribution to local food webs. (p. 505)
A)
True
B)
False
4
Islands are not particularly susceptible to introduction of alien species. (p. 505)
A)
True
B)
False
5
Air pollutants released in one area tend to cause acid deposition in the same vicinity. (p. 505)
A)
True
B)
False
6
Many northern lakes are lifeless because acid deposition killed small invertebrates and decomposers at the base of the food chain. (p. 505)
A)
True
B)
False
7
Global warming is expected to lead to extinctions, but so far, an increase in greenhouse gases has not occurred. (p. 506)
A)
True
B)
False
8
Overfishing for a food species, such as tuna, is an example of overexploitation. (p. 507)
A)
True
B)
False
9
One major goal of restoration ecology is sustainable development. (p. 510)
A)
True
B)
False
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