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How does scientists collecting species they are studying impact the environment?
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∙ 12y ago
i actually asked my ecology lecturer this myself actually.
his reply was something along the lines of, if the species is believed to be indangered, people wont try to remove them for analysis, and will try to desterb them as little as possible. as a general rule of thumb though, any ecological survey should be carried out with as little disruption as possible, not just to ensure as little damage is done to the species as possible, but also so that you can be sure that all your observations are valid, and not because you've desturbed them.
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∙ 12y ago
Scientists collecting species they are studying can have both positive and negative impacts on the environment. On one hand, it can help in conservation efforts by providing valuable information about the species, their habitats, and threats they face. On the other hand, excessive collection can disrupt ecosystems and harm populations, especially if not done ethically or sustainably. Thus, it is crucial for scientists to follow ethical guidelines and regulations to minimize any negative impact.
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How would collecting species that scientist are studying impact the species?
because then scientists can collect more data on that species
How does a scientists collecting species impact that species?
It impacts it because they mostly take so much that the species may turn extinct.
Scientists studying all of the populations of species living and interacting in an area is called what?
organism
What is a collecting net?
A collecting net often is used by scientists to collect insects. It is a good tool to use for those who are trying to find different species for research and other uses.
What is observing a species in a controlled environment?
to study animals in a controlled place. where the person studying the animal has controll of the environment... like in a zoo
What do scientists believe happened to most ancient species?
Their environment changed and they could no longer survive.
Natural selection allows a species to change in response to its environment. What is the process by which a species becomes better suited to its environment called?
Adaptation (I'm studying the same thing ;)
How do species interact with their environment?
A species either survives in its environment or the environment kills it.if a species is well adapted to the environment it thrives.
How do modern scientists explain the appearance of new traits within a species?
Simply mutation and natural selection against the backdrop of the immediate environment.
What are four different ways scientists get info about the evolutionary history of an species?
By comparing body structures of living organisms...By studying fossils...And comparing the early development of different organisms.
How does analysis of DNA help scientists establish an evolutionary classification scheme?
Analysis of DNA helps scientists establish an evolutionary classification scheme by comparing the genetic sequences of different organisms. The more similar the DNA sequences are between two species, the more closely related they are believed to be. By studying the similarities and differences in DNA, scientists can determine how different species are related to one another and create a classification scheme based on their evolutionary relationships.
What characteristics do scientists use to group species?
Scientists use ancestors and DNA to group species.
