Species diversity, or the total biological diversity of a community, is important for the functioning of ecosystems, and this lab aimed to measure the biodiversity of the Confederate Cemetery. Ecologists often use biodiversity as an indicator of ecosystem health, with high measurements showing that the community and the ecosystem is balanced and in good health. …
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Biodiversity Lab 1
Species diversity is a primary concept of ecology. By measuring species richness, species evenness, and relative abundance, we can draw inferences about the health of the ecosystem. In this lab, we aim to measure the biodiversity within a community in Signal Point Park. With this, we will discuss the possible effects of human disturbances on …
Exploring Ecology 