Atoms - Correct Answer-Smallest whole unit of matter. Protons and
neutrons located in nucleus, electrons located in energy shells
Element - Correct Answer-Pure substance composed of all the same
type of atom.
example: O2
Compound - Correct Answer-Made up of 2 or more atoms of different
elements bond together in a fixed ratio- pure substances b/c of the
same particles
example: H2O (water) or NH3 (ammonia)
Molecule - Correct Answer-Formed when atoms join together- could
be either an element or compound
Symbiosis - Correct Answer-Two organisms live in close contact and at
least one benefits.
, Mutualism - Correct Answer-2 organisms live in close contact and
both benefit
study aid: MUTUALism (mutual benefit)
Parasitism - Correct Answer-1 organism lives in or on another
organism and feeds on that organism
example: lice
study aid: PARASITE- lice
Invasive species - Correct Answer-Species introduced by humans into
new environments with unforeseen consequences.
Monoculture - Correct Answer-Crops grown in large fields containing a
single kind of plant.
Climate change - Correct Answer-Large quantities of greenhouse
gasses produced and emitted that trap thermal energy in the
atmosphere.
Extirpation - Correct Answer-Habitat loss and population which can
lead to loss of a species from a particular region- isolated habitat loss.
Sustainability - Correct Answer-How ecosystems support organisms,
remain diverse and productive now, without compromising future
generations' use.
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