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Unit 4 Ecosystems and Biomes CUA Retake Test

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1. In Eastern Tennessee there are trees such as oak, maple, and beech that lose their  leaves each year.  What type of biome would these trees be found in?

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Using the table below, which three scenarios best represent auditory communication among organisms?

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Honey Bees are famous for their series of dances to communicate with their sisters back in the hive about food and nectar. Which of the following best describes the way the honey bees are communicating to one another?

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A drought has hit this grassland biome. How will this affect the rabbit population?

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The zebra mussel population is non-native to Tennessee and has become an issue throughout lakes and river. Considered a primary consumer in the ecosystem, they are devouring the producers. Which of the following statements would best support the issue surrounding zebra mussels?

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The Coypu is an invasive species in Tennessee that is considered a large rodent. It is an herbivore that burrows into river banks and destroys them. Which statement best supports why the Coypu is invasive to the areas?

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After analyzing the graph, which of the following reasons would most likely explain why the ecosystem went out of equilibrium?

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Using the marine ecosystem energy pyramid below. How many kCal of energy would the tertiary consumers have available to them if the producers begin with 3,400 kCal?

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Based on the graphs above, which biome would these graphs most likely be representing when looking at the month of June.

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Which of the following shows the correct transfer of energy through the food web?

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If an increase in hunting caused the deer population to decrease, what two populations would increase because they are directly affected by the deer? Choose TWO answers.

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Climate change is a serious issue that is affecting thousands of animals and plants across the globe. The Alaskan Caribou are known to travel long distances across Alaska in search of food because they have to eat a lot of food every day. With the climate change causing drier seasons in Alaska and multiple wildfires, which statement below best supports the affect this will have on the Caribou?

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In the Savanna, there are antelope that wonder around eating the shrubs for energy. As the antelope walk around there are ticks that get on their coat and drink their blood. Luckily for the antelope, the oxpecker is bird that likes to ride along the antelopes back eating the ticks. Which of the following lists best describes the relationships found in this ecosystem?

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Which of the following statements best describes a relationship found in the food web?

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If the snake population decreases due to disease which two populations would directly be affected and see a decrease in their populations?

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Young chimpanzees express the "fear grin" to show submission to the dominant male chimpanzee in the troop.  This type of communication is called...

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Which organisms in this food web complete for food?

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Tapeworms live in the intestines of dogs and absorb nutrients from food the dog eats. Which BEST describes the outcome of this relationship?

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Examine the table below.
Which area is MOST likely a desert?

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A wooded habitat changes as a new road is built. How will building this road most likely affect this habitat?

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Deer can be a driving hazard in Tennessee. During early morning and early evening hours drivers need to be cautious. Even with these noted cautions, there has been a rise in deer related automobile accidents. What can partially account for this rise?

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In Florida, both panthers and bobcats prey on white-tailed deer. How will their competition for food MOST likely be affected if white-tailed deer populations in Florida suddenly decreases?

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The diagram below shows an example of ecological succession.

How can you tell from the diagram that this is an example of secondary succession rather than of primary succession?

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Which two organisms from this food web are both classified as secondary consumers?

Use the passage below to answer the following questions.

What are carp? Carp are a family of fish native to Europe and Asia. The common carp (Cyprinus carpio) has been in the US for over 100 years. The newest carp invaders, bighead carp, black carp, grass carp, and silver carp (collectively known as "Asian carp"), however, are causing their own brand of trouble in the Mississippi River and rivers and lakes within the Mississippi rivershed. These four species of fish were introduced to the U.S. in the 1970's to control algae, weed, and parasite growth in aquatic farms, weeds in canal systems, and as one form of sewage treatment. These captive fish eventually escaped into the Mississippi River basin and established breeding populations. Asian carp are slowly making their way up the Mississippi River and its tributaries, and have been found as far north as Minnesota, including individual silver and bighead carps within the Mississippi National River and Recreation Area. There is no indication that they are spawning here, but they still represent a threat to our valued aquatic ecosystems. Why are carp a problem? Asian carp cause serious damage to the native fish populations in the lakes and rivers that they infest because they out-compete other fish for food and space. Carp are also thought to lower water quality, which can kill off sensitive organisms like native freshwater mussels. Asian carp have been known to dominate entire streams ; effectively pushing out the native species. Silver carp are known to jump out of the water to escape threats. This behavior, by such large fish, can injure boaters, skiers, and damage boats and onboard equipment. Experts are worried that if these fish get into the Great Lakes, they may negatively affect the area's $7 billion/year fishing industry and if they spread further north in Minnesota they could threaten the resort and sport fishing industry. By out-competing native fish species for food and habitat, carp may reduce the populations of native fish that are so important to anglers. How do carp spread? Asian carp (especially silver carp) may be capable of jumping over some barriers, including low dams. High water often creates an "open river" condition as Mississippi River dams open their gates, which may allow invasive carps to move past what is otherwise a barrier. Flooding can spread these fish as well, because flooding can connect water bodies that aren't normally connected. Invasive carp are also spread by humans. The release of live bait containing young carp has introduced these fish to other water bodies. Barge and recreational watercraft moving through Mississippi River locks may also permit invasive carp to move through as well. Releasing even a few carp into a body of water can become a huge problem. While the adult carp prefer slow moving water, they look for high, fast moving water when laying eggs (spawning). They lay hundreds of thousands of eggs at a time, which means populations grow and spread quickly. Because of this, they can quickly out-compete native species, and put ecosystems in danger. What do carp eat? The invasive carp are voracious feeders and they can become quite large. Exceptional individuals may weigh as much as 110 pounds, although most are smaller. Bighead and silver carp eat plankton, which native mussels and fish depend on. Grass carp consume plants, and can drastically change river and shoreline vegetation and spawning and cover for native fish. Black carp eat snails and mussels, including native species that are already endangered and may endanger reintroduced populations. What is being done? State and federal agencies are monitoring the Mississippi River and its tributaries for Asian carp and studying a number of ways that could prevent the further spread of these species. The Minnesota Aquatic Invasive Species Research Center (MAISRC) is a very good source of information on research and technologies pertaining to barriers and other control measures. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) ) has additional information on similar subjects. What you can do: Minimize use of Mississippi locks for watercraft travel (carp can swim upriver when the locks are opened). ---Consider trailering your watercraft around locks whenever possible. Don't harvest bait or transport water from infested areas Dispose of unwanted bait in the trash, NOT in water bodies. NEVER release fish from one water body into another Report catches of invasive carp to the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources. Drain and rinse your boat when you are done boating. Spread the word! The more people who know about the problems Asian carp cause and how they can help keep them out of the Great Lakes and from further moving up the Mississippi River, the easier it will be to stop these fish.
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Which of the following statements can BEST explain why the Asian Carp are considered an invasive species?

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Often times invasive species spread to new areas for many different reasons. All of the following EXCEPT which statement are ways Asian Carp have spread?

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Asian Carp do not have any natural predators, but there are some species of birds and organisms that will prey on them when it is convenient. Ospreys, herons, and otters are a few of the organisms that will eat the carp. Use the article to find organisms that the Asian Carp eat.  Based on the given information, which of the following food chains is NOT a correct food chain for carp?