Pre-AP Biology Fall Semester Exam - Study Guide 1Short Answer2

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Pre-AP Biology Fall Semester Exam - Study Guide (Short Answer) 1. Ecology Basics - 1. Define experimentation in ecology and give an example. 2. Explain how matter moves between the atmosphere and geosphere. 3. Describe the hydrosphere. -4. Explain how ecology helps scientists understand turtle population changes. 5. List the ecological levels of organization from smallest to largest. II. Weather, Climate & Global Systems Explain the difference between climate and weather. Describe how greenhouse gases affect Earth's temperature. Explain how changes in winds could impact ocean currents like the Gulf Stream. Describe long-term climate evidence. Explain why Earth's orbital cycles are not responsible for recent climate change. IlI. Biomes, Ecosystems & Productivity Explain what humus is and how it forms. Describe why coastal oceans are more productive than open oceans. Explain why freshwater ecosystems are important. List the 3 freshwater ecosystems and describe rivers and streams. Explain the role of estuaries. Describe why ocean communities change around 200 meters deep. IV. Biotic/Abiotic Factors & Ecology Concepts Explain the difference b...