Biodiversity Flashcards
What is meant by an “abiotic” factor?
A non-living variable that can influence where organisms can live.
Give examples of “abiotic factors” ?
Examples of abiotic factors are
- water,
- air,
- soil,
- sunlight
- minerals.
What is meant by a “biotic factor” ?
An interaction associated with living organisms.
How can we measure the abiotic factor of soil moisture?
A moisture meter
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How can we measure the abiotic factor of soil pH?
A pH meter
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How can we measure the abiotic factor of soil temperature?
Inserting a thermometer into the soil
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How can we measure the abiotic factor of light intensity?
A light meter
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What is a habitat?
An environment that is home to living organisms.
What is biodiversity?
The variety of organisms found in a particular place
What is meant by a “population”?
The number of organisms of the same species
Where does aall energy come from?
The sun
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How do plants make sugar?
Photosynthesis
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How do plants store food?
As starch
What is the chemical test for starch?
Turns iodine solution from brown to blue / black
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What is a quadrat?