ENVS.SCI.5.G
Predict changes that may occur in an ecosystem if genetic diversity is increased or decreased.
Environmental Systems · Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS) · TEKS 2022
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changesecosystemgenetic diversity
Skills
- predict (changes in an ecosystem) #dok3
- analyze (effects of increased or decreased genetic diversity) #dok3
- explain (relationships between genetic diversity and ecosystem stability) #dok2
Learning Targets
- I can define genetic diversity in the context of ecosystems. #dok1
- I can describe what changes could occur in an ecosystem. #dok1
- I can explain the role of genetic diversity in ecosystem health. #dok2
- I can analyze scenarios to determine how changing genetic diversity affects an ecosystem. #dok3
- I can predict possible changes in an ecosystem when genetic diversity increases or decreases. #dok3
Big Ideas
- Genetic diversity is a key factor influencing the stability and adaptability of ecosystems.
- Changes in genetic diversity can have significant consequences for the health and sustainability of ecosystems.
Essential Questions
- What is genetic diversity and why is it important in ecosystems?
- How might increasing genetic diversity affect an ecosystem?
- What are the possible consequences of decreased genetic diversity in a population?
- How do changes in genetic diversity impact the ability of an ecosystem to adapt to challenges?
- In what ways can human activities influence genetic diversity within ecosystems?