The sensitivity of a species to changes in the environment is often what makes them a useful _____ for the management of an ecosystem

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


indicator species

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a. True b. False

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Continental glaciation

A. is found in mountainous regions B. is a glacier found in the subtropics of continents C. exists where a large part of a continent is covered by glacial ice D. None of these choices are correct.

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Which use represents the largest share of freshwater in the U.S. that is withdrawn and not returned to its source?

A. crop irrigation B. electricity production C. municipal water use D. motor boat use

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