(Excelsior) BIO340 Biodiversity - Latest Finals Review Q & S 2024..

BIO340




Biodiversity




LATEST FINALS REVIEW
Q&S




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,1. Which of the following correctly describes the concept of
"genetic drift" in biodiversity?
- A) A process where new species evolve from existing species
- B) A random change in allele frequencies in a population
- C) The introduction of new genetic material through migration
- D) The increase of genetic variation through mutation
ANS: B) A random change in allele frequencies in a
population


2. The term "endemic species" refers to:
- A) Species found exclusively in large geographical areas
- B) Species that have a very high survival rate
- C) Species native to a particular area and not found elsewhere
- D) Species that have been introduced to a new habitat
ANS: C) Species native to a particular area and not found
elsewhere


3. Which island theory explanation describes the biogeography of
an island's species richness?
- A) Competition theory
- B) Adaptive radiation
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, - C) Island Biogeography Theory
- D) Keystone species theory
ANS: C) Island Biogeography Theory


4. Biodiversity hotspot is defined by which pair of criteria?
- A) High species richness, high degree of botanical exploration
- B) High species endemism, significant loss of habitat
- C) High degree of genetic variation, low population density
- D) Large geographic area, diverse climate conditions
ANS: B) High species endemism, significant loss of habitat


5. Which of the following is NOT considered a major threat to
biodiversity?
- A) Habitat destruction
- B) Climate change
- C) Species diversification
- D) Overexploitation
ANS: C) Species diversification


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