The Term "Biodiversity" Refers to

question 25

Multiple Choice

The term "biodiversity" refers to

• A)a study of ecosystems without consideration of the living organisms.
• B)the similarities between species.
• C)the rate of extinction of species due to human activities.
• D)the total number of species,variation of species,and the ecosystems in which they live.
• E)the study of food chains within an ecosystem.

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Definitions:

Surgically Removed

Refers to the process of removing tissues, organs, or growths from the body via an operative procedure.

Ghrelin

A hormone produced by the stomach that stimulates appetite and growth hormone release.

Insulin

A hormone produced by the pancreas that regulates the amount of glucose in the blood by facilitating its uptake into cells.

Hunger

A physical sensation and a critical motivational state for organisms, indicating the need for food intake.