2.4 Organisms and Their Environment Flashcards
1
Q
What environmental factors could affect organisms? (5)
A
- Temperature
- Availability of nutrients
- Amount of light
- Availability of water
- Availability of oxygen and carbond dioxide
2
Q
How can quantitative data be obtained on distribution of animals? (2)
A
- Random sampling with quadrats
- Sampling along a transect
3
Q
What are quadrats used to study?
A
The distribution of small organisms
4
Q
What are transects used to study?
A
The distribution of organisms along a line