Bio 220 topi - Study guides, Class notes & Summaries

Topic 3 DQ 1 Description: The growth rate equation is (birth rate + immigration)-(death rate + emigration). Provide at least two factors that affect the population size based off the equation above, and explain how these factors impact the size of the population. Topic 3 DQ 2 Description: Identify any unusual environmental problems (for example: heavy metals due to mining, water pollution due to farming or industry) in your neighborhood and research possible health effects of potential...

BIO 220 Topic 5 Quiz Exam Questions And Answers Which is an example of primary succession? - ANS A volcano covering the land One way to try to protect species is to focus on areas with high species diversity. This management technique is also called: - ANS Focusing on hot spots Which term focuses on the concerns of competition for resources the most? - ANS Population growth

Week 4 Assignment:Man vs. Nature Description: Complete the assignment “Man vs Nature” as directed by your instructor. APA style is not required, but solid academic writing is expected. You are not required to submit this assignment to LopesWrite.

BIO 220 Topic 2 Quiz Exam Questions And Answers Which of the following is not a biome? - ANS Estuary Non-native species are introduced by: - ANS All of the above (travel, settlement, use for landscaping/farming) Which of the following terms includes all others? - ANS Biosphere When 2 species require the same limited resources and can reduce the overall health of one or both species is an example of: - ANS Competition What is the difference between R vs. K selection? - ...

Week 6 Assignment:CLC – Product Lifecycle Description: This is a Collaborative Learning Community (CLC) assignment. Chose a processed product (e.g., computer, Styrofoam product, plastic product, diapers, or vehicle tires) and create a15-slide PowerPoint to answer the following questions: 1. History: what is the product, where has it been used, who used it first? 2. How is it made?: include items needed for production and steps in the process 3. What impact does making the product have on...

Week 7DQ 2 Description: Provide an example of water use and describe some examples of domestic water conservation. Define the Clean WaterAct and Safe Drinking Water Act (make sure to include in-text citations and references).

BIO 220 Topic 3 Quiz Prep Questions And Answers Which term describes the study of how characteristics of a population change in response to altering environmental conditions? - ANS Population dynamics Overpopulation can cause: - ANS All of the above (Spreading of diseases, Deforestation impacts, Water shortages) Safe concentration levels of any given substance depend on: - ANS All of the above (Exposure rate, Individual's overall health, Individual's age) The effects of toxi...

Week 5 DQ 2 Description: Plant communities change over time. 1. What is the difference between primary and secondary succession? 2. Provide an example of a place that is or has undergone primary succession. 3. Provide an example of a place that is in or has undergone secondary succession.

Topic 3 DQ 2 Description: Identify any unusual environmental problems (for example: heavy metals due to mining, water pollution due to farming or industry) in your neighborhood and research possible health effects of potential environmental hazards in the area. Who is at risk, what is the environmental hazard, where does this hazard come from and what health problems caused by the pollutant? Before you get started, review the terminology. Terms: Environmental Hazard: Something (chemi...

Week 5 DQ 1 Description: Describe a natural protected area where you live (city or state). 1. Where is this park and what makes people want to visit it? 2. Have you been there or do you plan to in the future? 3. What are some efforts made to protect the area (natural features, animals, plants, etc.)? 4. What are some concerns to protecting the area?