Hi Everybody...
Here are a few questions to consider during your prep for the Science quiz on Thursday (topics 1-2).
What are the advantages of a broad niche? When can these advantages turn out to be disadvantages for different species?
The Bubonic Plague, or Black Death, kills people every year. However, it was devastating when it swept through Europe in the 6th, 14th, and 17th centuries. It killed 90% of the people exposed to the germ and resulted in the deaths of approximately 137 million people. Why was everyone not killed by the Black Death?
If an area of tropical rainforest were cleared to make a farm, how might the local wildlife be affected? Would the consequences be worse for specialists or generalists?
One variation seen in birds is the placement of the eyes. The American woodcock bird feeds on worms in the ground. Its eyes are located virtually on the top of the head. Explain how this variation may be a useful adaptation.
Explain the benefits and drawbacks of being a koala bear.
No comments:
Post a Comment