Lapuz, Aiza Joy T.
BSAIS 2A
SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY AND SOCIETY
Module 10
LEARNING ACTIVITY 1: Check this Picture!
The frames that best represent biodiversity in the picture may include images of
various species, ecosystems, and conservation efforts. These frames symbolize the
importance of preserving genetic, species, and ecosystem diversity. Each frame
highlights the interconnectedness of life and the necessity of protecting all forms of
life for a balanced environment.
LEARNING ACTIVITY 2: Digging Deeper!
1. Species evenness is crucial because it reflects how evenly individuals are
distributed among species in an ecosystem. High evenness means no single species
dominates, which contributes to ecosystem stability, resilience, and productivity.
2. Gene mutation is a change in the DNA sequence of a gene, often random, and can
introduce new traits. Recombination, on the other hand, is the reshuffling of genes
during sexual reproduction, contributing to genetic variation without changing the
actual gene structure.
3. Levels of Biodiversity and Their Importance:
- Genetic Diversity: Refers to the variety of genes within species. It enables
adaptation to environmental changes and resistance to diseases, ensuring population
survival.
- Species Diversity: Indicates the number of species in a habitat. It promotes
ecosystem resilience and productivity.
- Ecosystem Diversity: Represents the range of different habitats. Diverse ecosystems
offer a wide array of services like clean air, water, and fertile soil.
LEARNING ACTIVITY 3: Digging Deeper!
1. Yes, I agree that biological diversity is the foundation for human health.
Biodiversity ensures access to food, medicine, clean air and water, and disease
control. A loss in biodiversity disrupts these services, directly affecting human well-
being.
2. Importance of Biodiversity to Human Health:
- Provides medicines: Many pharmaceutical drugs are derived from natural sources.
- Regulates climate: Forests and oceans absorb carbon dioxide, mitigating climate
change.
- Purifies water and air: Wetlands and forests filter pollutants from the environment.
- Controls diseases: Biodiverse ecosystems regulate populations of disease vectors.
- Supports food security: Biodiversity ensures crop variety and resilience to pests and
climate change.
ASSESSMENT TASK: ADVOCACY WRITING
Title: 'Preserve Life: A Call to Protect Biodiversity in the Face of Technological
Progress'
As technology rapidly advances, we witness both growth and degradation.
While innovations have improved our lives, they also pose significant threats to
biodiversity. Pollution, habitat destruction, and climate change—all driven by human
progress—endanger the ecosystems we rely on.
Our advocacy aims to educate our community about the importance of
biodiversity and encourage sustainable practices. Through workshops, social media
campaigns, and collaboration with local leaders, we promote eco-friendly habits, such
as waste reduction, tree planting, and support for green technologies.
Let us act now—preserve biodiversity, protect our health, and secure the future.
Points to ponder
Etymological vs. Real Definition Insights:
The etymological definition of biodiversity, derived from ‘bios’ (life) and ‘diversity’
(variety), focuses on the linguistic origin of the term. In contrast, the real definition
emphasizes the actual variety of life forms, their genetic makeups, species types, and
ecosystems. While the etymological definition helps understand the word, the real
definition offers a comprehensive picture of its ecological significance.