Local factors Flashcards
1
Q
Definition of Biotic and Abiotic
A
Biotic factors are the living components of an ecosystem such as Fauna and Flora.
Abiotic factors are the non living components such as soil type, pH and temperature.
2
Q
Effects of Altitude
A
- different plants grow at different temperatures within same biome
- higher the altitude, lower the temp
3
Q
Effects of Drainage
A
- swamps occur where drainage is poor
- more specialist plants grow in these areas
4
Q
Effects of Rock and Soil Type
A
this can affect how fertile different areas are within a biome
