Conservation of Critical Parts of Food Webs Is Important Because

question 21

Multiple Choice

Conservation of critical parts of food webs is important because removal of these critical species may

• A) promote succession.
• B) trigger trophic cascades.
• C) increase ecological efficiency.
• D) promote ecological transitions.
• E) prevent large-scale disturbances.

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Definitions:

Genome

The complete structure sequence of DNA for a species.

DNA

Deoxyribonucleic acid, the hereditary material in humans and almost all other organisms, containing the genetic instructions for development, functioning, growth, and reproduction.

Genotype

The alleles possessed for a particular trait.

Homo Sapiens

The species name for modern humans, characterized by a larger brain, upright posture, and capacity for complex language and thought.