Indicator Species Flashcards
1
Q
What is an Indicator Specie?
A
A species whose presence/absence indicates levels of pollution in the environment.
2
Q
What is a feature of Intense farming?
A
Pesticides - Chemicals added to crops to kill organisms which reduce crop yield.
3
Q
What is the problem with Pesticides?
A
Pesticides aren’t broken down so they build up at each stage/ This is known as Bioaccumulation.
