Ecosystems Flashcards
1
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What are biotic elements?
A
All the living elements an ecosystem has like flora (plants) and fauna (animals).
2
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What are abiotic elements?
A
All the non-living physical parts of an ecosystem, like temperature, water and light.
3
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What is a biome?
A
A large-scale ecosystem that can spread across continents and have animals and plants unique to them.
4
Q
What is interdependence?
A
Refers to how every form of life relies on other living things as well as the natural resources.
5
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What is an ecosystem?
A
A natural system in which the living and non-living parts interact.