Ecology Test Review

Test Objectives Distinguish between abiotic and biotic (be able to give examples) Understand diversity and similarity in ecology What is diversity index? What is % similarity. Why does diversity matter? Describe how energy flows through ecosystems. Describe the water cycle, nitrogen cycle, and carbon dioxide/oxygen cycle. Identify factors that influence population growth.

Test vocab Biotic Abiotic Diversity Similarity Consumers (primary, secondary, etc.) Producers Carrying Capacity Limiting factors Biogeochemical cycles

Test specifics 5 questions – 20 points each – total = 100pts. There is a specific example of quadrat sampling. Some of the questions involve application of principles to a larger situation. You should be familiar with associated vocabulary.