Plant biodiversity Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Brooks Biodiversity Unit 3 Exam Questions and Answers (rated A+) Plants Architecture - ANSWER-Plant needs i. collection & conversion of solar energy -> leaves ii. positioning & support of leaves -> stems iii. anchorage & absorption -> roots iv. transport -> vascular system Leaf Structure - ANSWER-Epidermis, Mesophyll, and Vein (Vascular Bundle) Epidermis contains what? - ANSWER-- Cuticle - Guard cells with Stomata Epidermis - ANSWER-outermost cell layer of a plant b...

Some conservation efforts to protect endangered plant species from extinction have been successful. correct answer: True Declines in biodiversity are caused by... correct answer: all of these (invasive species over-exploitation agricultural development) With ex situ conservation practices, where are plant species preserved? correct answer: outside their native area Areas with high concentrations of species that are native only to that area (endemic) but where much of the habitat ...

State the estimates of diversity in the U.S. and Canada and in Mexico and explain what is meant by biodiversity hotspots. correct answer: US/Canada: 20,000 plant species Mexico: 22,000 plant species Biodiversity Hotspots: areas with high concentration of species that are native only to that area but where much of the habitat for those species has been lost. Distinguish between in situ and ex situ conservation and explain how they are connected. correct answer: Ex situ conservation is taki...

Define biodiversity - ANSWER the diversity of plant and animal life in a particular habitat (or in the world as a whole) Define genetic diversity - ANSWER the total genetic information contained within all individuals of a species, population, or community Why is genetic diversity important? - ANSWER provides the raw materials for adaptive change Define adaptive change - ANSWER change in response to the environment's "natural selection: Define species diversity - ANSWER the diversi...

PCA Exam Questions and Answers Already Passed 7. The nonliving components of an ecosystem are called: A. Biotic compounds B. Abiotic compounds C. Mineral components D. Environmental components B. Abiotic compounds 8. Which of the following ecological concepts is illustrated in a food web? A. Population equilibrium B. mutualism C. Biogeochemical cycles D. Competition B. mutualism 9. What is a limiting factor? A. A biotic factor that stops the growth of a plant of animal B....

Brooks Biodiversity Unit 3 Latest Update Graded A+ Coevolution adaptations go hand in hand, with one species evolving with the other Plant/Animal Hierarchy Cells --> Tissues --> Organs 3 Plant Tissues 1. Dermal ("Skin") 2. Vascular ("Veins") 3. Ground Tissue ("support tissue") Leaves Responsible for collection and conservation of solar energy Main photosynthetic organ of most vascular plant Stems Positioning and support of leaves Trunks of trees are actually m...

A thorough and engaging summary of the section: Plant Biodiversity - which falls under the Grade 11 IEB syllabus. This summary is sure to aid you in succeeding in your next test or exam!

LEG2601 Legal Aspects of Environmental Management 100 Marks 24 Hours THIS PAPER CONSISTS OF 6 (SIX) PAGES – INCLUDING INSTRUCTIONS. Honesty Declaration: In writing and submitting this paper you affirm that: 1. You understand what academic dishonesty entails and are aware of UNISA’s policies in this regard. 2. You have not allowed, and will not allow, anyone to copy your work with the intention of passing it off as his or her own work. 3. You did not make use of another ...

Brooks Biodiversity Unit 2 Exam with Certified Solutions The Primary role of Fungi Decomposers- they break things down Modes of Nutrition in Fungi Heterotrophs with extracellular digestion Exoenzymes Fungi Release these enzymes outside of the cell wall. Break down complex molecules into smaller organic molecules which can be absorbed. Extracellular Digestion The release of exoenzymes out side of the cell wall, followed by the absorption of nutrients.. Saprobes Fungi that feed...

Content Exam 305 Latest 2024 Already Graded A Host a food source Decrease in atmospheric pressure associated with stormy weather and precipitation Barometer an instrument that measures atmospheric pressure Anemometer measures the speed of wind or gas current Hygrometer measures humidity of air or gas Independent Variable quantity that is known, plotted along the X-axis Dependent Variable quantity that is unknown, plotted along the Y-axis Recessive little t, an allele t...