Ecology Flashcards
1
Q
What is a biotic factor?
A
Biotic factors are concerned with the activities of living organisms e.g. competition
2
Q
Name four abiotic factors
A
- temperature
- light
- pH
- water and humidity
3
Q
What is intraspecific competition?
A
When individuals of the SAME species compete with one another for resources such a food and water
4
Q
What is interspecific competition?
A
When individuals of DIFFERENT species compete for resources such as water and light
5
Q
What is an abiotic factor?
A
Abiotic factors are concerned with the non-living part of the environment
