Which of the Following Investigations Would Shed the Most Light

question 70

Multiple Choice

Which of the following investigations would shed the most light on the distribution of organisms in temperate regions that are faced with climate change?

• A) Remove, to the mineral soil, all of the organisms from an experimental plot and monitor the colonization of the area over time in terms of both species diversity and abundance.
• B) Look back at the changes that occurred since the Ice Age and how species redistributed as glaciers melted, then make predictions on future distribution in species based on past trends.
• C) Compare and contrast the flora and fauna of warm/cold/dry/wet climates to shed light on how they evolved to be suited to their present-day environment.
• D) Quantify the impact of man's activities on present-day populations of threatened and endangered species to assess the rate of extirpation and extinction.
• E) There is no scientific investigation that can help make predictions on the future distribution of organisms.

Recognize the importance of environmental factors and community infrastructure in disease prevention.

Understand the historical development of public health initiatives and their impact on community health.

Analyze the role of government and non-governmental organizations in the advancement of public health.

Identify key figures and their contributions to public health and nursing.

---

Definitions:

Unconstitutional

Something that is not in accordance with a political constitution, especially the US Constitution, or with procedural rules.

Alcohol Content

The percentage of ethanol present in a beverage, determining its potency and classified by volume or weight.

Federal Legislation

The laws passed by the national government of a country, which apply to all its states and territories.

Constitutionally

Pertaining to the constitution of a country or organization, especially relating to the legal and framework foundation.