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Biodiversity in Motion

Antoine Crowder

Jennifer Ott

ENV 300 Environmental Biology

July 27, 2014

In an ever changing world it benefits all to understand those changes affecting all areas of life in a rapidly expanding planet. Biodiversity is the variation that exists in the natural world at all levels of biological organization all organisms in a defined area, all of their variations and all of their interactions with each other and with the physical environment (Bandopadhyay, Yakoob, Sunny 2010). This paper shall explain Biological evolution, competition and ecological niches, food webs, geography, human population expansion and how humans can help conservationist with the many ecosystems in the world. The Measurement of Biodiversity is utilizes a variety of objective measures which have been established in order to empirically measure biodiversity Bandopadhyay, Yakoob, Sunny 2010). Each evaluation of biodiversity pertains to a particular use of the information. For practical conservationists, dimensions should consist of a quantification of principles that are commonly-shared among regionally impacted organisms, such as people. For others, a more financially defensible meaning should allow the guaranteeing of ongoing opportunities for both adaptation and future use by people, guaranteeing ecological durability. As a side impact, scientists claim that this evaluation is likely to be associated with the wide range of genetics. Since it cannot always be said which genetics are more likely to confirm valuable, the best option for conservationist is to guarantee the determination of as many genetics as possible. For ecologists, this latter strategy is sometimes regarded too limit as it prevents ecological sequence.

Environmental Conservation

Maintaining existing ecosystems benefits all life forms mainly because there is a clear relationship between the conservation of biological

Diversity and the discovery of new biological resources. The relatively small number of developed plant species currently being cultivated have been largely researched and selected for breeding. But there are many other plants presently being ignored and under-utilized food crops which have the potential to become important crops in the future. Local tribes usually use the crops and have knowledge of the uses of wild plants which makes them a good source for ideas on developing new plant products. Plants and animals are vital and undoubtedly an important part of the cultural life of humans.

Human cultures have thrived and evolved over time with their environment and biological diversity has proven to impart a distinctive cultural identity to different communities. Areas needing immediate intervention and protection for conservation of biodiversity are called Biodiversity Hot Spots. The IUCN and WWF are among the leading international organizations spreading the word on protecting the globe internationally. Biodiversity is an important tool used in promoting biodiversity conservation globally (Environmental Conservation, 2010).

Biological Evolution

Biological Evolution is the driving force that enriches a species self and offspring, In other words traits and genes of the strong are selected and further enhanced for future generations ensuring their equipped with the necessary strength to survive whatever climate their born into. According to the theory of evolution the process takes place because in a given population, individuals with a specific advantage over other individuals are more likely to survive, reproduce, and have offspring with similar survival skills (Edward O. Wilson). The initial step in this procedure is the development of genetic variability,

Or a wide range in the inherited makeup of individuals in a community. This happens through

mutation changes in the framework or number of DNA elements in a molecule that children can inherit. Most strains result from unique changes that happen in written inherited guidelines and are passed along in reproduction. Some strains also occur from contact with exterior providers such as radioactivity, X radiation, and organic and human-made chemicals (called mutagens). Mutations can occur in any cell, but only those taking place in genes of reproductive cells are passed on to offspring (Edward O. Wilson).

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http://www.authorstream.com/Presentation/aSGuest132169-1390773-what-is-biodiversity-and-how-measured/

Biodiversity Conservation: http://download.nos.org/333courseE/15.pdf

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