Practice Keystone Species - 5.3 | Ecology and Ecosystems | IB MYP Class 10 Sciences (Group 4) - Biology (Core Units and Skills)
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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What is a keystone species?

💡 Hint: Think about why they are called 'keystone'.

Question 2

Easy

Give an example of a keystone species.

💡 Hint: Consider animals that are crucial for ecosystem balance.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What role do keystone species play in ecosystems?

  • They are the most abundant species.
  • They have a large impact relative to their number.
  • They are top predators only.

💡 Hint: Think about what makes a species 'keystone'.

Question 2

True or False: All species in an ecosystem are equally important.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider the definition of a keystone species.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Investigate a local ecosystem and identify any keystone species present. Discuss their roles and impacts.

💡 Hint: Consider predator-prey relationships and habitat influence.

Question 2

The removal of a specific keystone species led to ecological imbalance. Analyze the potential changes in community dynamics.

💡 Hint: Consider both direct and indirect effects on the ecosystem.

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