Ecoystems Flashcards
1
Q
niche
A
role of an organism within its ecosystem/ community
same niche= competition
2
Q
abiotic factors
A
solar energy input
climate
topography
oxygen concentration
edaphic factor (soil)
pollution (all types)
natural disaster
2
Q
definition
A
community of organisms living in a particular area
environmental condition prevalent in that area
3
Q
biotic factors
A
competition
grazing/ predation
disease/ parasites
mutualism
- all usually density dependent
4
Q
anthropogenic factors
A
arise from human activity
biotic OR abiotic
5
Q
types of adaptation
A
behavioural
physiological
anatomical
adaptations present defines niche
