​Many Introduced Species Have Deleterious Effects on Communities and Ecosystems

question 6

Multiple Choice

​Many introduced species have deleterious effects on communities and ecosystems because ____.

• A) ​coevolved parasites and pathogens are absent
• B) ​the introduced species are long-lived
• C) ​predators prefer the introduced species, resulting in proliferation of native prey species
• D) ​the community from which they came lost an important predator, competitor, or parasite
• E) human beings do not know how to appreciate them​

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Definitions:

Alveolar-capillary Membrane

The thin tissue layer in the lungs where the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide takes place between air spaces and blood.

Pneumonia

A respiratory condition characterized by inflammation of the lungs, usually caused by infection with bacteria, viruses, or other organisms.

Impaired Skin Integrity

A condition where the skin is broken, damaged, or compromised, making it susceptible to infection and other complications.

Bacterial Infection

An infection caused by bacteria, microorganisms that can invade the body and cause illness, which can range from mild to life-threatening.