Ecology - Adaptations, interdependence and competition Flashcards
1
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What is an ecosystem
A
The interaction of a community of living organisms with abiotic and biotic factors of the environment
2
Q
What is a stable community?
A
One where all the species and environmental factors are in balance so the population sizes remain fairly constant
3
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Abiotic Factor def
A
Non-living factors which affect the community
4
Q
Abiotic factor examples
A
Light intensity Temperature Climate Wind Soil pH CO2 for plants Oxygen for animals
5
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Biotic Factor def
A
Living factors which affect the community
6
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Biotic Factor examples
A
Animals Plants Predators Prey Food Pathogens
7
Q
What are the 3 types of adaptation?
A
Structural
Behavioural
Functional
8
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What are extremophiles?
A
Organisms living in environments that are very extreme
