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Define generalist species.
Species with a broad niche, adaptable to a wide range of conditions.
Define specialist species.
Species with a narrow niche, requiring specific conditions to survive.
What is a niche?
The role and position a species has in its environment.
Define adaptability.
The ability of a species to adjust to new conditions.
Define resilience.
The ability of a species or ecosystem to recover from disturbances.
Define tolerance range.
The range of environmental conditions a species can withstand.
What is a broad niche?
A wide range of resources and conditions a species can utilize.
What is a narrow niche?
A limited range of resources and conditions a species can utilize.
Define environmental disturbance.
A temporary change in environmental conditions that causes a pronounced change in an ecosystem.
What is species composition?
The variety and abundance of different species in a given area.
How does habitat destruction affect specialist species?
It reduces their specific resources and habitats, leading to population decline.
How does climate change affect specialist species?
Changes in temperature and precipitation can alter their specific habitat requirements, threatening their survival.
How does the introduction of invasive species affect native specialist species?
Invasive species compete for resources and can outcompete specialist species, leading to their decline.
How does pollution affect specialist species?
Pollution can contaminate their specific food sources and habitats, leading to health problems and population decline.
What is the effect of a natural disaster on specialist species?
Specialist species are severely affected by natural disasters because they cannot easily move to new biomes.
What determines if a species is a generalist or specialist?
Niche breadth, diet flexibility, location requirements, and tolerance range.
Why are generalist species more likely to survive in changing environments?
Their broad niche and adaptability allow them to utilize different resources and habitats.
Why are specialist species more vulnerable to environmental changes?
Their narrow niche and specific requirements make them highly sensitive to disruptions.
Explain the relationship between diet and species classification.
Generalists have flexible diets, while specialists have limited or specific diets.
How does location affect species classification?
Generalists can live in various locations, while specialists require specific habitats.
What is the significance of a species' tolerance range?
It determines how well a species can withstand environmental changes and disturbances.
What is the impact of deforestation on generalist and specialist species?
Deforestation reduces habitat and resources, favoring generalists while harming specialists.