No-Analog Communities

What will be an ideal response?


An ecological community composed of a novel mixture of organisms, with no current analog or historical precedent.

Environmental & Atmospheric Sciences

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These mountains mark the line between Europe and Asia __________________.

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

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Which of the following human traits are typical of K-strategists?

A) Ability to outcompete other organisms B) Potential for rapid population growth C) Ability to relocate and thrive D) Parental care of long duration

Environmental & Atmospheric Sciences

A significant drawback to wind power is

A) the turbines obstructing the landscape. B) the novelty of windmill technology raises the risk. C) the cost of the turbines requires significant capital investment. D) oil companies discourage it. E) there are only a few areas on the globe that would benefit.

Environmental & Atmospheric Sciences

According to environmental scientists, U.S. air pollution control laws would be weakened if ____.

A. there was a greater emphasis on preventing air pollution B. emissions from older coal-burning power plants were sharply reduced C. controls on petroleum refineries were relaxed D. fuel efficiency standards on motor vehicles were improved E. stricter air pollution regulations on airports and ocean going ships were enacted

Environmental & Atmospheric Sciences