ecosystems Flashcards
1
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ecosystems are
A
constantly changing and are influenced by non-living and living factors
2
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what is net biomass
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the mass of all living material present in an ecosystem
3
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what is succession
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The process whereby an ecosystem changes from simple to complex over time
4
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what is a pioneer species
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A pioneer species is a species that can colonise uninhabited land.
5
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what is a climax community
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A climax community is a community that no longer experiences succession.
6
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what are the three stages in succession
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pioneer, intermediate, climax
7
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what is deflected succession
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Deflected succession is when human activities prevent climax communities from forming.
