A quadrat is a square plot used in ecological studies to isolate a standard unit of area for sampling purposes.
How are transects used in ecology?
Transects are lines across a habitat or a part of it, and samples are taken at intervals along the length of the line to study changes in species distribution.
What is random sampling in ecology?
Random sampling involves selecting samples from a population in a way that every member of the population has an equal chance of being chosen.
Why is sampling important in ecological study?
Sampling allows ecologists to estimate the characteristics of ecosystems without having to study the entire population.
Explain the method of systematic sampling.
Systematic sampling involves collecting samples at regular intervals along a transect to assess changes in a population or community.