Practice - Quantifying Biodiversity
Practice Questions
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What is species richness?
💡 Hint: Think of how many different types of species are in one spot.
Define evenness in the context of biodiversity.
💡 Hint: Consider how many of each species you might find in an ecosystem.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the term for the count of different species in a specific area?
💡 Hint: It's the first step in measuring biodiversity.
True or False: Evenness refers only to the number of species in a given area.
💡 Hint: Think about presence vs. distribution of species.
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Challenge Problems
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Analyze a hypothetical ecosystem where species richness is high, but a single species comprises 90% of the population. Discuss the implications for conservation efforts.
💡 Hint: Consider the balance of the ecosystem and the roles that species play.
Propose a study utilizing eDNA techniques to assess biodiversity in a newly discovered rainforest. Outline methodologies and expected outcomes.
💡 Hint: Think about how easily you can collect and analyze samples without disturbing the environment.
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