Questions tagged 'Ecosystems'
27 questions
If an ecosystem lost a keystone species, which outcome would be expected?
If an ecosystem were to lose a keystone species, what outcomes might be expected? For example, would the oxygen supply in the ecosystem be depleted? Would we see dramatic changes in the population num...
Feb 04, 2025
Estuary ecosystems are important to humans as a source of
Estuary ecosystems are crucial to humans for various reasons, including their role as a source of biodiversity, fisheries, and water filtration. These ecosystems provide essential services that suppor...
Feb 04, 2025
Unrestricted populations of organisms experience?
What happens when populations of organisms grow without restrictions, and what factors typically regulate their growth in natural ecosystems?
What do detritus feeders contribute to the carbon cycle?
What role do detritus feeders play in the carbon cycle? Please provide a detailed explanation.
Jan 19, 2025
After 20 years how much plant biomass does a restored wetland contain
After 20 years, how much plant biomass can be expected in a restored wetland? Wetlands are among the most endangered ecosystems globally, as highlighted by the UN. Restoration efforts are crucial for...
Which is not a major similarity or difference between freshwater and marine ecosystems?
Which of the following is not a significant similarity or difference between freshwater and marine ecosystems? a. Both ecosystems support a diverse array of plants and animals that are adapted to aqua...
Dec 27, 2024
How does severe weather in earth’s atmosphere affect earth’s biosphere?
How does severe weather in Earth's atmosphere impact the biosphere? Specifically, what are the effects of phenomena such as hurricanes, tornadoes, and extreme temperature fluctuations on ecosystems, p...
Based on the history of the plague, what do the lines indicated in gold on the map represent?
Based on the history of the plague, what do the lines highlighted in gold on the map represent? Are they indicative of borders, invasions, trade routes, or wind currents?
Could there be a food chain without herbivores and carnivores? explain?
Could a food chain exist without herbivores and carnivores? Please explain your reasoning.
Protists are a diverse group of mainly multicellular eukaryote?
Protists are a diverse group of mainly unicellular eukaryotes. Can you explain the characteristics that define this group and how they differ from multicellular organisms? Additionally, what roles do...