2.8 Coastal Ecosystems Flashcards
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what is an Ecosystem
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An ecosystem is a community of plants and animals that interact with each other and their physical environment (air, water, soil)
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what is Biome
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A large scale ecosystem. A biome is a large biotic unit that consists of vegetation and animal life that has developed in response to abiotic factors of precipitation, temperature, and latitude.
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what is Biodiversity
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the variety of plant and animal life in the world or in a particular habitat.
A high level of biodiversity is usually considered to be important and desirable.
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what is meant by Biotic
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The living elements of an ecosystem such as the plants and animals.
