Define "Rain Shadow" and Explain Why Deserts Form in the Rain

question 47

Essay

Define "rain shadow" and explain why deserts form in the rain shadows of mountains.

Comprehend the factors affecting species richness and community diversity, including habitat type and geographic location.

Recognize the concepts of ecological niches, competition, and resource partitioning among species.

Explain the process and significance of primary and secondary succession in community development.

Describe coevolution's role in the dynamics between predators and prey.

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Definitions:

Quorum

The minimum number of members of a deliberative assembly necessary to conduct the business of that group.

Shareholders

Individuals or entities that own shares in a corporation, granting them certain rights in the company, like voting on corporate matters.

Outstanding Shares

The total shares of a corporation's stock that are currently owned by all its shareholders, including share blocks held by institutional investors and restricted shares owned by the company’s officers and insiders.

No-par Shares

Stocks issued without a specified face value, where the value is determined by the price investors are willing to pay for them.