Exam 6: Ecosystems and Evolution

_______________ are the tropical equivalents of salt marches

Which of the following distinguishes tundra from other biomes?

The biome represented here has:

Which biome has considerable organic material in the soil, annual precipitation of 10-30 inches, and periodic wildfires to maintain the dominant vegetation?

Using the figure below determine which of the following pairs of organisms are most closely related?

What are the three main ecological categories of organisms found in aquatic ecosystems?

What process is illustrated in the figure?

How would you argue against the following statement made during the zoning board hearings in your local community? "Deserts are barren, hot and dry wastelands. My proposed housing development, including off-road vehicle recreation areas, will replace this scorching, arid, harsh environment with homes that will benefit the entire community."

Individuals within a population each have a unique combination of traits, which is known as:

What kind of ecosystem is pictured here?

The majority of tallgrass prairies in North America have been converted to agriculture.

Which biome is most suitable for the development of farmland?

Which of the following biomes has the HIGHEST biodiversity?

Correctly order the following from wettest to driest regions.

The shallow-water area along the shore of a lake or pond is called the:

Secondary succession is the change in species composition over time in a previously uninhabited environment.

The biomes that commonly have fire-adapted species and are known for supporting herds of grazing animals are:

Explain what is shown in the two diagrams below. How does this help to provide evidence to support evolution?

Ephiphytes are smaller plants that grow on the trunks and branches of large trees.

Which of the following organisms would be members of a pioneer community on bare rock?