IB ESS Topic 3 1 Intro to Biodiversity
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Biodiversity, encompassing genetic, species, and habitat diversity, is essential for ecosystem stability and species survival, with biodiversity hotspots needing urgent protection from human activities to preserve unique plant and animal species. The Simpson diversity index quantifies biodiversity, considering species numbers and proportions, aiding conservation efforts in protecting areas with high biodiversity.
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- Biodiversity encompasses the variety of living organisms on Earth, including genetic diversity within populations, species diversity in different habitats, and ecosystem diversity, crucial for maintaining stability against environmental changes.
- The Simpson diversity index is a valuable tool in conservation efforts, quantifying biodiversity by accounting for both the number of species and their relative abundance, aiding in the protection of areas with high biodiversity threatened by human activities.
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What is biodiversity?
Variety among living organisms, ecosystems, and species.
How is genetic diversity important?
Increases species' chances of survival.
What is habitat diversity?
Range of habitats in an ecosystem.
How is species diversity measured?
Combination of richness and evenness of species.
What are biodiversity hotspots?
Regions with high biodiversity under threat.
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