All Courses
Explore Courses UPSC Exam UPSC Test Series Free Notes EduRev Infinity Get the App Login Join for Free
Sign in Open App
ACT Exam  >  ACT Questions  >  Scientists studied a species of termites and ... Start Learning for Free
Scientists studied a species of termites and looked at their foraging habitats across the United States. The termite’s population in a given tree was measured by the level of decomposition within a tree due to the termites eating the bark. The experiment also kept track of the level of shade tolerance for each species of tree. For the species of trees in this experiment, shade tolerance fell into two main categorizes- shade tolerant (ST) and intermediate shade (IS). Lastly, they recorded the average amount of rainfall in that given month for the species location being observed. The chart below summarizes the data. Scientists hypothesized that the level of decomposition would be highest in tree species with a higher average rainfall. In addition, they hypothesized trees allowing more shade would allow for more termites, and in turn more decomposition. 
Q. Based on this experiment, the optimal foraging habitats of termites can best be described as __________.
  • a)
    rainy, sunny environments
  • b)
    rainy, shady environments
  • c)
    dry, shady environments
  • d)
    dry, sunny environments
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Clear all your ACT doubts with EduRev
Most Upvoted Answer
Scientists studied a species of termites and looked at their foraging ...
The experimental data shows that the greatest amount of termites are found in trees that have a high shade tolerance and get a lot of rain. 
Explore Courses for ACT exam

Similar ACT Doubts

Scientists studied a species of termites and looked at their foraging habitats across the United States. The termite’s population in a given tree was measured by the level of decomposition within a tree due to the termites eating the bark. The experiment also kept track of the level of shade tolerance for each species of tree. For the species of trees in this experiment, shade tolerance fell into two main categorizes- shade tolerant (ST) and intermediate shade (IS). Lastly, they recorded the average amount of rainfall in that given month for the species location being observed. The chart below summarizes the data. Scientists hypothesized that the level of decomposition would be highest in tree species with a higher average rainfall. In addition, they hypothesized trees allowing more shade would allow for more termites, and in turn more decomposition.Q.According to the data in the chart, did the experiment support or disprove their hypothesis?

Directions:Read the passages and choose the best answer to each question.PassageNATURAL SCIENCE: This passage discusses a disease that is detrimental to certain trees in North America.One of the greatest concerns of landscapers is treedisease. Ash trees are among the most common treesin North America, and they are also very susceptible todisease and decline.(5) One cause of decline in ash trees is ash yellows.This disease infects mainly white and green ash inthe Northern United States. Ash yellows is caused bya phytoplasma: virus-like pathogens that are spreadby insects. Ash yellows leads to a gradual decline(10) in tree health for about two to ten years before thetree dies. Some common symptoms include short internodes and tufting of foliage at branch ends, pale greenor pale yellow leaves, defoliation, and a sparse canopy.Cankers may also form on the branches and trunk.(15) Unsightly “witches’ broom” sprouts might appear onthe branches, but it is more common for them to appearon the trunk. The trunk may also develop cracks if thetree is infected with ash yellows. Rarely does an ashtree recover from ash yellows. Experts guess that this(20) disease is more common than most homeowners realizebecause witches’ brooms and yellowing are not alwaysvisible on the infected trees. Sometimes cankers andcracks are the only signs of the disease.The term ash decline is used to refer to a tree with(25) more than one condition. Ash decline may involve theash yellows disease or another problem called verticillium wilt. Ash decline is often used to describe anydecline in health that is unexplainable. Ash declineinvolves branch tip death, defoliation, and a slow(30) decline over a number of years. Trees with ash declinemay appear to recover in the spring and decline againin July and August.Verticillium wilt on ash can also result in cankersand dieback similar to ash yellows. Trying to diagnose(35) a tree is difficult because symptoms could be caused bya variety of problems. Sick ash trees may suffer fromverticillium wilt, ash yellows, environmental stress, ora combination of these ailments.Ash yellows has been a known disease in the(40) United States since the 1930s. However, the diseasewas not distinguished from general ash decline involving environmental factors until the 1980s. In the lasteighty years, North America has seen a significantdecline in some of its ash trees.(45) No single factor has been proven to cause ashdecline. Ash yellows and environmental factors maywork together to create ash decline. Studies show thatash yellows is often detected where environmental factors like water shortage or insect damage are present.(50) A survey of several Midwestern states found that someash decline was found to be independent of ash yellows.The droughts in the 1980s may have caused the declineof ash trees in the Midwest. Cold winter temperaturesmay also play a role in decline.(55) Ash trees are important in the ecology of NorthAmerican forests. The decline of these trees may havea severe impact on the health of other plant and animalcommunities. Green ash provides nesting sites for sev-eral species of birds and other wild creatures. Insects(60) and fish flourish in the cool waters made possible bythe shade of ash trees. Green and white ash are alsovery popular in landscaping. Their decline could resultin reduced property values.Ash trees also represent a valuable hardwood(65) resource. An estimated 275 million feet of ash lum-ber is harvested annually. In the Northeastern UnitedStates, about 33 percent of the commercial forest areaincludes ash trees.There are no known cures for the diseases(70) mentioned. Experts recommend removing very sicktrees while keeping healthy trees well watered and fertilized. Dead limbs should also be removed to maintainthe health of ash trees.Q.According to the passage, many scientists feel that most ash decline is likely caused

Directions:Read the passages and choose the best answer to each question.PassageNATURAL SCIENCE: This passage discusses a disease that is detrimental to certain trees in North America.One of the greatest concerns of landscapers is treedisease. Ash trees are among the most common treesin North America, and they are also very susceptible todisease and decline.(5) One cause of decline in ash trees is ash yellows.This disease infects mainly white and green ash inthe Northern United States. Ash yellows is caused bya phytoplasma: virus-like pathogens that are spreadby insects. Ash yellows leads to a gradual decline(10) in tree health for about two to ten years before thetree dies. Some common symptoms include short internodes and tufting of foliage at branch ends, pale greenor pale yellow leaves, defoliation, and a sparse canopy.Cankers may also form on the branches and trunk.(15) Unsightly “witches’ broom” sprouts might appear onthe branches, but it is more common for them to appearon the trunk. The trunk may also develop cracks if thetree is infected with ash yellows. Rarely does an ashtree recover from ash yellows. Experts guess that this(20) disease is more common than most homeowners realizebecause witches’ brooms and yellowing are not alwaysvisible on the infected trees. Sometimes cankers andcracks are the only signs of the disease.The term ash decline is used to refer to a tree with(25) more than one condition. Ash decline may involve theash yellows disease or another problem called verticillium wilt. Ash decline is often used to describe anydecline in health that is unexplainable. Ash declineinvolves branch tip death, defoliation, and a slow(30) decline over a number of years. Trees with ash declinemay appear to recover in the spring and decline againin July and August.Verticillium wilt on ash can also result in cankersand dieback similar to ash yellows. Trying to diagnose(35) a tree is difficult because symptoms could be caused bya variety of problems. Sick ash trees may suffer fromverticillium wilt, ash yellows, environmental stress, ora combination of these ailments.Ash yellows has been a known disease in the(40) United States since the 1930s. However, the diseasewas not distinguished from general ash decline involving environmental factors until the 1980s. In the lasteighty years, North America has seen a significantdecline in some of its ash trees.(45) No single factor has been proven to cause ashdecline. Ash yellows and environmental factors maywork together to create ash decline. Studies show thatash yellows is often detected where environmental factors like water shortage or insect damage are present.(50) A survey of several Midwestern states found that someash decline was found to be independent of ash yellows.The droughts in the 1980s may have caused the declineof ash trees in the Midwest. Cold winter temperaturesmay also play a role in decline.(55) Ash trees are important in the ecology of NorthAmerican forests. The decline of these trees may havea severe impact on the health of other plant and animalcommunities. Green ash provides nesting sites for sev-eral species of birds and other wild creatures. Insects(60) and fish flourish in the cool waters made possible bythe shade of ash trees. Green and white ash are alsovery popular in landscaping. Their decline could resultin reduced property values.Ash trees also represent a valuable hardwood(65) resource. An estimated 275 million feet of ash lum-ber is harvested annually. In the Northeastern UnitedStates, about 33 percent of the commercial forest areaincludes ash trees.There are no known cures for the diseases(70) mentioned. Experts recommend removing very sicktrees while keeping healthy trees well watered and fertilized. Dead limbs should also be removed to maintainthe health of ash trees.Q.According to the passage, which of the following is an argument for NOT blaming ash decline solely on ash yellows?

Directions:Read the passages and choose the best answer to each question.PassageEarth’s habitability is sustained by the sun. Currently, the sun provides enough light and warmth to maintain temperature conditions that can support life on our planet. It is undisputed that the sun is a star. All stars go through phases where they change in size, temperature, and brightness. Two scientists present their views on how long Earth will remain habitable.Scientist 1Earth’s sun has another 7 billion years before it enters the Red Giant phase. Currently, Earth could not sustain human life during the Red Giant phase. However, it is important not to believe that human life on Earth will immediately cease to exist as we know it in 7 billion years. Technology has played a huge role in helping humans adapt to conditions on this planet. We humans have 7 billion years to advance technology and find solutions to adapt to the atmospheric changes the Red Giant phase would bring. For instance, creating a large sunshade to protect Earth would allow life to continue even when the sun enters the Red Giant phase. Another solution would be to develop technology that would stir the sun and bring new hydrogen to the sun’s core. This would greatly extend the current phase that our sun is in. There is enough time and incentive to discover ways to thwart the natural progress of nature. Therefore, I believe that human life on this planet will exist indefinitely.Scientist 2The sun will enter its Red Giant phase in about 7 billion years. However, new models suggest that Earth has less than a billion years before atmospheric carbon dioxide levels drop to levels that can no longer support photosynthesis.This would lead to a dramatic temperature increase. Once Earth’s average temperature rises to above 70 C, the oceans will evaporate and Earth’s water sources will be almost completely eliminated. One billion years is not long enough for humans to evolve in order to meet large atmospheric and environmental changes, or to develop the technology needed to make Earth habitable. In a billion years, atmospheric changes will eliminate all life on Earth as we know it. Humans need to accept the reality that advanced life flourishes for only a limited period of time. Science fiction— inspired plans to create space colonies or massive sunshades are unrealistic and will not likely be developed in the next billion years.Q.Studies show that Venus may once have had an atmosphere and environment almost identical to Earth’s. Now, Venus has no water on its surface or in its atmosphere.How would Scientist 2 most likely explain the change in Venus’s atmosphere and environment?

Directions:Read the passages and choose the best answer to each question.PassageA biologist investigated some of the environmental factors that could influence the growth of certain types of bacteria.The following experiments were conducted at a constant temperature, and no sample was tested more than once.Experiment 1Ten samples of bacteria were placed in each of 2 Petri dishes, the bottoms of which were each half moist and half dry. The dishes were covered with Petri dish lids. Dish 1 was placed in a darkened area and Dish 2 was placed in a lighted area. After 2 hours the location of bacterial growth in each dish was recorded (Table 1).Experiment 2Ten samples of bacteria were placed in each of 2 Petri dishes. The dishes were covered with Petri dish lids. Dish 1 was placed in a darkened area and Dish 2 was placed directly under a 25-watt incandescent lamp, creating a warm, lighted environment. After 2 hours the amount of bacterial growth in each dish was recorded and compared to the amount of growth in a control sample that was placed in a Petri dish and left in a regularly lighted area (Table 2).Experiment 3Ten samples of bacteria were placed in each of 2 Petri dishes. Four different environments were created in each dish—dry/lighted, dry/dark, moist/lighted, and moist/dark.The bottoms of the Petri dishes were each half moist and half dry. The dishes were covered with Petri dish lids. Dish 1 was placed in a darkened area and Dish 2 was placed directly under a 25-watt incandescent lamp, creating a warm, lighted environment. After 2 hours the amount of bacterial growth in each dish was recorded and compared to the amount of growth in a control sample that was placed in a Petri dish and left in a regularly lighted area (Table 3).Q.In the 3 experiments, the environmental factors that could influence growth were evaluated by recording data about growth after 2 hours. Because bacteria double population size in short intervals, better information about growth might be achieved by recording data

Top Courses for ACTView all

Top Courses for ACT

Scientists studied a species of termites and looked at their foraging habitats across the United States. The termite’s population in a given tree was measured by the level of decomposition within a tree due to the termites eating the bark. The experiment also kept track of the level of shade tolerance for each species of tree. For the species of trees in this experiment, shade tolerance fell into two main categorizes- shade tolerant (ST) and intermediate shade (IS). Lastly, they recorded the average amount of rainfall in that given month for the species location being observed. The chart below summarizes the data. Scientists hypothesized that the level of decomposition would be highest in tree species with a higher average rainfall. In addition, they hypothesized trees allowing more shade would allow for more termites, and in turn more decomposition.Q.Based on this experiment, the optimal foraging habitats of termites can best be described as __________.a)rainy, sunny environmentsb)rainy, shady environmentsc)dry, shady environmentsd)dry, sunny environmentsCorrect answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Question Description
Scientists studied a species of termites and looked at their foraging habitats across the United States. The termite’s population in a given tree was measured by the level of decomposition within a tree due to the termites eating the bark. The experiment also kept track of the level of shade tolerance for each species of tree. For the species of trees in this experiment, shade tolerance fell into two main categorizes- shade tolerant (ST) and intermediate shade (IS). Lastly, they recorded the average amount of rainfall in that given month for the species location being observed. The chart below summarizes the data. Scientists hypothesized that the level of decomposition would be highest in tree species with a higher average rainfall. In addition, they hypothesized trees allowing more shade would allow for more termites, and in turn more decomposition.Q.Based on this experiment, the optimal foraging habitats of termites can best be described as __________.a)rainy, sunny environmentsb)rainy, shady environmentsc)dry, shady environmentsd)dry, sunny environmentsCorrect answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer? for ACT 2025 is part of ACT preparation. The Question and answers have been prepared according to the ACT exam syllabus. Information about Scientists studied a species of termites and looked at their foraging habitats across the United States. The termite’s population in a given tree was measured by the level of decomposition within a tree due to the termites eating the bark. The experiment also kept track of the level of shade tolerance for each species of tree. For the species of trees in this experiment, shade tolerance fell into two main categorizes- shade tolerant (ST) and intermediate shade (IS). Lastly, they recorded the average amount of rainfall in that given month for the species location being observed. The chart below summarizes the data. Scientists hypothesized that the level of decomposition would be highest in tree species with a higher average rainfall. In addition, they hypothesized trees allowing more shade would allow for more termites, and in turn more decomposition.Q.Based on this experiment, the optimal foraging habitats of termites can best be described as __________.a)rainy, sunny environmentsb)rainy, shady environmentsc)dry, shady environmentsd)dry, sunny environmentsCorrect answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer? covers all topics & solutions for ACT 2025 Exam. Find important definitions, questions, meanings, examples, exercises and tests below for Scientists studied a species of termites and looked at their foraging habitats across the United States. The termite’s population in a given tree was measured by the level of decomposition within a tree due to the termites eating the bark. The experiment also kept track of the level of shade tolerance for each species of tree. For the species of trees in this experiment, shade tolerance fell into two main categorizes- shade tolerant (ST) and intermediate shade (IS). Lastly, they recorded the average amount of rainfall in that given month for the species location being observed. The chart below summarizes the data. Scientists hypothesized that the level of decomposition would be highest in tree species with a higher average rainfall. In addition, they hypothesized trees allowing more shade would allow for more termites, and in turn more decomposition.Q.Based on this experiment, the optimal foraging habitats of termites can best be described as __________.a)rainy, sunny environmentsb)rainy, shady environmentsc)dry, shady environmentsd)dry, sunny environmentsCorrect answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?.
Solutions for Scientists studied a species of termites and looked at their foraging habitats across the United States. The termite’s population in a given tree was measured by the level of decomposition within a tree due to the termites eating the bark. The experiment also kept track of the level of shade tolerance for each species of tree. For the species of trees in this experiment, shade tolerance fell into two main categorizes- shade tolerant (ST) and intermediate shade (IS). Lastly, they recorded the average amount of rainfall in that given month for the species location being observed. The chart below summarizes the data. Scientists hypothesized that the level of decomposition would be highest in tree species with a higher average rainfall. In addition, they hypothesized trees allowing more shade would allow for more termites, and in turn more decomposition.Q.Based on this experiment, the optimal foraging habitats of termites can best be described as __________.a)rainy, sunny environmentsb)rainy, shady environmentsc)dry, shady environmentsd)dry, sunny environmentsCorrect answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer? in English & in Hindi are available as part of our courses for ACT. Download more important topics, notes, lectures and mock test series for ACT Exam by signing up for free.
Here you can find the meaning of Scientists studied a species of termites and looked at their foraging habitats across the United States. The termite’s population in a given tree was measured by the level of decomposition within a tree due to the termites eating the bark. The experiment also kept track of the level of shade tolerance for each species of tree. For the species of trees in this experiment, shade tolerance fell into two main categorizes- shade tolerant (ST) and intermediate shade (IS). Lastly, they recorded the average amount of rainfall in that given month for the species location being observed. The chart below summarizes the data. Scientists hypothesized that the level of decomposition would be highest in tree species with a higher average rainfall. In addition, they hypothesized trees allowing more shade would allow for more termites, and in turn more decomposition.Q.Based on this experiment, the optimal foraging habitats of termites can best be described as __________.a)rainy, sunny environmentsb)rainy, shady environmentsc)dry, shady environmentsd)dry, sunny environmentsCorrect answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer? defined & explained in the simplest way possible. Besides giving the explanation of Scientists studied a species of termites and looked at their foraging habitats across the United States. The termite’s population in a given tree was measured by the level of decomposition within a tree due to the termites eating the bark. The experiment also kept track of the level of shade tolerance for each species of tree. For the species of trees in this experiment, shade tolerance fell into two main categorizes- shade tolerant (ST) and intermediate shade (IS). Lastly, they recorded the average amount of rainfall in that given month for the species location being observed. The chart below summarizes the data. Scientists hypothesized that the level of decomposition would be highest in tree species with a higher average rainfall. In addition, they hypothesized trees allowing more shade would allow for more termites, and in turn more decomposition.Q.Based on this experiment, the optimal foraging habitats of termites can best be described as __________.a)rainy, sunny environmentsb)rainy, shady environmentsc)dry, shady environmentsd)dry, sunny environmentsCorrect answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?, a detailed solution for Scientists studied a species of termites and looked at their foraging habitats across the United States. The termite’s population in a given tree was measured by the level of decomposition within a tree due to the termites eating the bark. The experiment also kept track of the level of shade tolerance for each species of tree. For the species of trees in this experiment, shade tolerance fell into two main categorizes- shade tolerant (ST) and intermediate shade (IS). Lastly, they recorded the average amount of rainfall in that given month for the species location being observed. The chart below summarizes the data. Scientists hypothesized that the level of decomposition would be highest in tree species with a higher average rainfall. In addition, they hypothesized trees allowing more shade would allow for more termites, and in turn more decomposition.Q.Based on this experiment, the optimal foraging habitats of termites can best be described as __________.a)rainy, sunny environmentsb)rainy, shady environmentsc)dry, shady environmentsd)dry, sunny environmentsCorrect answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer? has been provided alongside types of Scientists studied a species of termites and looked at their foraging habitats across the United States. The termite’s population in a given tree was measured by the level of decomposition within a tree due to the termites eating the bark. The experiment also kept track of the level of shade tolerance for each species of tree. For the species of trees in this experiment, shade tolerance fell into two main categorizes- shade tolerant (ST) and intermediate shade (IS). Lastly, they recorded the average amount of rainfall in that given month for the species location being observed. The chart below summarizes the data. Scientists hypothesized that the level of decomposition would be highest in tree species with a higher average rainfall. In addition, they hypothesized trees allowing more shade would allow for more termites, and in turn more decomposition.Q.Based on this experiment, the optimal foraging habitats of termites can best be described as __________.a)rainy, sunny environmentsb)rainy, shady environmentsc)dry, shady environmentsd)dry, sunny environmentsCorrect answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer? theory, EduRev gives you an ample number of questions to practice Scientists studied a species of termites and looked at their foraging habitats across the United States. The termite’s population in a given tree was measured by the level of decomposition within a tree due to the termites eating the bark. The experiment also kept track of the level of shade tolerance for each species of tree. For the species of trees in this experiment, shade tolerance fell into two main categorizes- shade tolerant (ST) and intermediate shade (IS). Lastly, they recorded the average amount of rainfall in that given month for the species location being observed. The chart below summarizes the data. Scientists hypothesized that the level of decomposition would be highest in tree species with a higher average rainfall. In addition, they hypothesized trees allowing more shade would allow for more termites, and in turn more decomposition.Q.Based on this experiment, the optimal foraging habitats of termites can best be described as __________.a)rainy, sunny environmentsb)rainy, shady environmentsc)dry, shady environmentsd)dry, sunny environmentsCorrect answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer? tests, examples and also practice ACT tests.
Explore Courses for ACT exam

Top Courses for ACT

Explore Courses
SaveJoin the Discussion on the App for FREE
Signup for Free!
Signup to see your scores go up within 7 days! Learn & Practice with 1000+ FREE Notes, Videos & Tests.
10M+ students study on EduRev
Get App
© EduRev
Education Revolution
Signup to see your scores go up within 7 days!
Access 1000+ FREE Docs, Videos and Tests
Takes less than 10 seconds to signup