Ecosystem Concepts and Interactions

Front

What would happen if water disappeared in an ecosystem?

Back

Both animals and plants would be unable to survive.

Front

In which terrestrial ecosystem would the green tree frog survive?

Back

Tropical rainforest.

Front

What type of environment is dependent on water?

Back

Aquatic.

Front

What is the difference between an ocean and a lake ecosystem?

Back

An ocean ecosystem is salt water; a lake ecosystem is freshwater.

Front

Which two ecosystems contain saltwater organisms?

Back

Oceans and estuaries.

Front

What is the best description of a brown bear?

Back

Omnivore.

Front

Which organisms are considered herbivores?

Back

Deer, cow, horse.

Front

What is the niche of meadow voles?

Back

Herbivore.

Front

How do nutrients get back in the soil in a forest?

Back

Organic matter is recycled from dead organisms.

Front

What would happen if there were no decomposers?

Back

The nutrients in the ecosystem would decrease.