This is the final lecture material for bio552. You made it! It reads like a more traditional lecture, so I'll try to focus on big-picture concepts with this one.
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Created by Wes Smalley
about 5 years ago
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Created by Wes Smalley
about 5 years ago
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3 biggest threats to biodiversity
Diversity
Diversity of plants vs animals
Indirect effects of plant diversity
Succession
Primary vs Secondary Succession
1st species to grow on bare rock. What do they do to pave the way for new species?
Describe the timeline for different species to establish from pioneer to climax communities.
Early vs late colonizers:
Climax Community
Disturbance
Small Scale Disturbance
Large Scale Disturbance
What advantage is gained by waiting until after a fire to release seeds and germinate?
Species diversity maintained by
Generally shade intolerant genera:
Generally shade tolerant genera:
How is climate change impacting the range of certain species and systems?
Why are shifting ranges a problem?
Importance of Germplasm
When buying seeds, buy local and avoid Cultivars, varieties, and "Nativars". Why?
What benefit does a plant get by waiting through a cold period to germinate?
Which section of oaks germinate in fall, and which would you stratify (preserve) to start in spring?
