extinction Flashcards
1
Q
what is biodiversity?
A
abundance of species/ living variety
2
Q
what two animals break down plant matter for nutrients for plants?
A
worms, woodlice
3
Q
what percentage of plants are dying?
A
25%
4
Q
what two natural disasters are caused by lack of trees?
A
flooding, landslides
5
Q
what is the name of the thing trees do to prevent flooding?
A
transpiration
6
Q
what animal is hunted for their scales and is now endangered?
A
pangolin
7
Q
what four things are animals hunted for?
A
food, medicine, tradition and fun
