Multiple Choice
In a typical terrestrial food web, which group would most likely have the greatest biomass?
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48. Ecology
Introduction to Ecology
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Do newly planted trees provide the same resources for animals in the forest as mature, adult trees?
A
No, because new trees are toxic to most forest animals.
B
Yes, because all trees, regardless of age, support identical animal communities.
C
No, because young trees offer fewer resources such as food and shelter compared to adult trees.
D
Yes, new trees immediately provide the same amount of food and shelter as adult trees.
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Understand the ecological role of trees in a forest ecosystem. Trees provide resources such as food (fruits, leaves, seeds) and shelter (branches, trunks, cavities) to various animal species.
Recognize the differences between newly planted trees and mature trees. Newly planted trees are smaller, have fewer branches, and produce less fruit or seeds compared to mature trees.
Consider the developmental stages of trees. Young trees are still growing and may not yet have developed the structural features or resource output that mature trees possess.
Analyze the impact of these differences on animal communities. Animals rely on mature trees for abundant food and shelter, which young trees cannot provide to the same extent.
Conclude that newly planted trees do not provide the same resources for animals as mature trees because they offer fewer food and shelter options due to their smaller size and developmental stage.
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