Chapter 1.1 Equilibrium In The Biosphere Flashcards
Describes any system with constant change in which the components can adjust to the changes without disturbing the entire system.
Dynamic Equilibrium.
The narrow zone around earth that harbours life.
Biosphere.
The biological or living components of the biosphere.
Biotic Components.
The non-living components of the biosphere. They include chemical and physical factors.
Abiotic Components.
A group of individuals of the same species occupying a given area at a certain time.
Population.
The populations of all species that occupy a habitat.
Community.
A community and its physical and chemical environment.
Ecosystem.
The number of species in an ecosystem.
Biodiversity.
A sequence linking organisms that feed on each other, starting with a food source and continuing in order with each consumer.
Food Chain.
An autotroph; an organism that makes its own food.
Producer.
A heterotroph; an organism that must eat producers or other consumers to survive.
Consumer.
