BIO.SCI.13.D | Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS)

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environmental changehuman activitybiodiversityecosystem stabilitychanges in biodiversity

explain (how environmental change, including change due to human activity, affects biodiversity) #dok2
analyze (how changes in biodiversity impact ecosystem stability) #dok3

I can describe what biodiversity is and how it relates to ecosystem stability. #dok1
I can identify examples of environmental change and human activity that can affect biodiversity. #dok1
I can explain how specific environmental changes, such as pollution or habitat destruction, alter biodiversity. #dok2
I can explain how changes in biodiversity can lead to changes in an ecosystem's stability. #dok2
I can analyze the impact of human-caused changes in biodiversity on the stability of an ecosystem using real-world examples or case studies. #dok3
I can evaluate data or scenarios to propose solutions for maintaining biodiversity and ecosystem stability. #dok4

Biodiversity plays a crucial role in maintaining the stability and resilience of ecosystems.
Human activities and environmental changes can disrupt biodiversity, which has significant consequences for the health and stability of ecosystems.

How does environmental change, including human activity, affect biodiversity?
Why is biodiversity important for the stability of ecosystems?
What are the consequences of reduced biodiversity on ecosystem health and stability?
How can changes in biodiversity caused by humans affect our daily lives and the environment?
What can individuals and communities do to help preserve biodiversity and maintain ecosystem stability?