Biodiversity in Motion 1 Biodiversity in MotionAntoine CrowderJennifer 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 ...

1. Biodiversity in Motion
1 Biodiversity in MotionAntoine CrowderJennifer 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

2. 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

3. 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-
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