Life On Earth - Biodiversity and the distribution of life Flashcards
1
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Abiotic
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Non-living factors which affect species
2
Q
Biodiversity
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The total variation that exists amongst living things.
3
Q
Biome
A
Geographic area which is distinguished by climate, flora and fauna.
4
Q
Biotic
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The factors that affect a species due to the activities of living things.
5
Q
Community
A
All the living organisms in an ecosystem.
6
Q
Population
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A group of organisms of one species.
7
Q
Ecosystem
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The interaction of living things and their non-living surroundings.
8
Q
Habitat
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The place where an organism lives.
9
Q
Niche
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The role a species play within a community.
