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HB 3.3 & 3.4
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Biology
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09/09/2026

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Food chain
Definition
diagram to show the flow of energy in an ecosystem
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Fungicide
Definition
chemical substance that kills fungal pest species
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Integrated pest management – IPM
Definition
use of chemical, biological and cultural means to control pests
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Misdirected behaviour
Definition
normal behaviour that has been directed inappropriately, such as over-grooming
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Perennial weed
Definition
weed that persists in the community by continuing to grow year after year
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Persistent
Definition
unable to be broken down
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Pesticide
Definition
chemical that kills pests
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Selective pesticide
Definition
applies to pesticides whose action is targeted
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Stereotypic behaviour
Definition
repetitive movements, such as apparently aimless pacing
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Systemic pesticide
Definition
Spreads through vascular system of plant
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Apathy
Definition
Very low levels of activity
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Hysteria
Definition
Very high levels of activity
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Free Range
Definition
Kept in natural conditions, with freedom of movement
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Intensive Farming
Definition
Large numbers of animals raised on limited land
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