Multiple Choice
Which process occurs at a rapid rate in tropical forests, leading to the development of low-nutrient soils?
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48. Ecology
Introduction to Ecology
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Which ecological concept is best illustrated by pet anacondas escaping into Florida swamps and establishing populations?
A
Biomagnification
B
Mutualism
C
Primary succession
D
Invasive species introduction
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Understand the concept of invasive species: An invasive species is a non-native organism introduced to an ecosystem where it establishes a population and disrupts the native ecological balance.
Analyze the scenario: Pet anacondas escaping into Florida swamps represent a non-native species introduced into a new environment.
Consider the ecological impact: Anacondas, as predators, can disrupt the food web by preying on native species, competing with native predators, and altering the ecosystem dynamics.
Compare the given options: Biomagnification refers to the accumulation of toxins in organisms through the food chain, mutualism describes a mutually beneficial relationship between species, and primary succession involves the colonization of barren environments. None of these fit the scenario as accurately as invasive species introduction.
Conclude that the ecological concept best illustrated by this scenario is invasive species introduction, as it directly describes the establishment of non-native anacondas in Florida swamps and their impact on the ecosystem.
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