Answer:
1) The ecosystem would have the abiotic factors of low precipitation, dry winds, and low temperatures. The biotic factors would include the animals living with the penguins such as polar bears and yaks.
2) The population would suddenly increase if either the penguin's predators had a drop in numbers or if the penguin's food source became more readily available. This growth in population would result in food becoming harder to find and predators once again growing in numbers. This would eventually cause the penguin population to shrink once more.
3) Predators would die out. Whatever organism(s) were the penguin's food source would grow in size exponentially. Other animals may suffer a drop in numbers if the penguin's predators choose to prey on them.
Mutations are simply a change in genes. So mutations usually result in variation of an organism that can be good or bad. Some mutations can result in physical and mental disorders like Stockholm disease or down syndrome, Where else some mutations can cause immune to diseases that are harmful.
Answer:
Some of the safety measures one can take to prevent damage to the microscope, microscope slide or living specimen include;
1. Always carry the microscope with two hands
2. Do not touch the microscope lens
3. Clean and store properly after using
Explanation:
1. Microscopes are delicate laboratory equipments and hence, should be handled with care. The proper way to handle or carry a microscope is to place one hand on the arm and the other below the base of the microscope. This will prevent the microscope from hitting something and getting damaged or something falling off.
2. The lens, either the objective or occular, is what makes visibility of any specimen possible. It shouldn't be mishandled by touching it or using inappropriate materials to clean it. A lens cleanser designed for that function should be used.
3. After use, the microscope should be cleaned thoroughly and stored in a dry place. The maintenance of the microscope will improve how long it will last.
