Friday Quiz

Species Rarity Classification (In Order)

Extinct, Extirpated, Endangered, Threatened, Special Concern, Not at risk

Causes of Population Loss (5)

Habitat loss, Over Harvesting, Climate Change, Invasive Species, Pollution

Bioaccumulation vs Biomagnification

While they both concern the contamination of an organism, Biomagnification occurs through multiple trophic levels, and Bioaccumulation occurs through one organism's lifespan.

Invasive Species Definition

A species that is not native to an area, adaptable, and harms native species (through competition, predation, etc.)

Eutrophication

An excess of nutrients in a body of water --> algae/plant growth --> lack of oxygen in the water.