Which of the Following Example Emphasizes the Importance of Species

question 57

Multiple Choice

Which of the following example emphasizes the importance of species composition?

• A) Knowing that there are seven tree species in a particular forest
• B) Determining that a particular forest is dominated by one or two species
• C) Understanding the influence of the loss of a species of trees on a particular forest
• D) Measuring the total abundance of all tree species in a forest

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Definitions:

Infrared Portion

A section of the electromagnetic spectrum with wavelengths longer than those of visible light but shorter than those of microwaves.

Outer Planets

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Gas Rich

Refers to a substance or environment containing high amounts of gas, commonly used in geological contexts to describe volcanic rocks or magma that contain a substantial volume of dissolved gases.

Solar System Formation

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