(04.02 LC) How can marine biotechnology most directly impact individual people? (3 points)

(04.01 MC) The average female cod produces two million eggs in a single spawning; however, only about 200 of the original two million cod survive to age one. When cod reach their reproductive age of two to four years, on average, only two of the original two million are still alive. What can you conclude about the traits of the two cod that survived? (3 points)

(04.02 MC) Marine biotechnology can be used for cleaning oil spills through biodegradation. What animals do you think would be most directly affected by this? (3 points)

(04.05 HC) The Atlantic puffin feeds on several species of Atlantic fish. A population of puffins living on Matinucus Rock was found to feed on the types of fish shown in the graph below. The beaks of this group of puffin are shaped to grasp Species A particularly well. Predict what would happen to the puffins’ beaks if another predator enters the area that is better at preying on Species A. Explain your reasoning based on what you know regarding genetic adaptations. (3 points) © 2016 FLVS

(04.02 LC) Why is it important to find new medicines from chemicals in marine organisms? (3 points)

(06.01 HC) The map shows the dead zones around the globe. What conclusion can be made about the location of these areas and human population? (3 points) © 2016 Public Domain

(06.01 MC) What has been the greatest impact of the green alga Caulerpa on ocean biodiversity in its non-native habitat? (3 points)

(06.04 HC) Describe in your own words what is meant by the term ‘Tragedy of the Commons’. Discuss the impact this process has on both renewable and nonrenewable resources, and give one example of each. (5 points)

(06.03 LC) Which of the following has a positive effect by acting as an artificial reef in some areas? (3 points)

(06.04 MC) Renewable resources are sustainable, not infinite. Which of the statements below best describes this? (3 points)