the ecosystem Flashcards

ecosystem

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What is an ecosystem?

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An ecosystem is a community of living organisms and their physical environment interacting as a system.

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True or False: An ecosystem can exist without abiotic factors.

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False

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Fill in the blank: The two main components of an ecosystem are __________ and __________.

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biotic factors, abiotic factors

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Which of the following is an example of a biotic factor? A) Water B) Temperature C) Plants D) Soil

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C) Plants

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What role do producers play in an ecosystem?

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Producers convert solar energy into chemical energy through photosynthesis, forming the base of the food chain.

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Name one primary consumer in a typical ecosystem.

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Herbivores, such as rabbits or deer.

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True or False: Decomposers are essential for recycling nutrients in an ecosystem.

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True

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Multiple Choice: Which term describes the maximum population size that an environment can sustain? A) Carrying capacity B) Population density C) Biome D) Ecosystem

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A) Carrying capacity

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Define biodiversity in the context of ecosystems.

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Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in a particular ecosystem, including the number of species and genetic diversity.

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what is a population

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a group of organisms living in the same area at the same time. e.g a coral reef

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examples of abiotic

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water, soil, light, air, or materials

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examples of abiotic

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plants, protoctists

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