ESCI 1 Lecture 16: Chapter_16_-_Biodiversity
6 Jun 2020
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Ecosystem diversity: # or variety of ecosystems; different kinds of habitats in a given area. Species richness: # or variety of species in a given area; diversity of richness. Genetic diversity: the genetic variability within a species-differences in dna composition among individuals. Organisms provide us with food, clothing, shelter and products. i. e bacteria and fungi for alcohol, antibiotics/medicine, and cleaning environmental disasters (oil spills and wastewater). How does biodiversity enhance food security? bee or another pollinator -e. o wilson. Know how biodiversity is important to drugs/medicines. Every third bite of food you take thank a. We rely on these for clean water and air, soil stability (to prevent erosion), and soil fertility (biomatter and nutrient recycling. Only found at one location on this planet. Then describe the other 3 major causes (in order) that we discussed in class.
