Competition in Ecosystems

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What is competition in ecosystems?

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Competition in ecosystems refers to the struggle between organisms for the same resources, such as food, space, or mates.

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Define an organism.

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An organism is a self-contained living thing that can carry out life processes.

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How does competition change with population density?

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Competition becomes more important as the number of individuals increases or the availability of resources decreases.

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What is an ecosystem?

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An ecosystem is the specific environment in which all the biotic (living) and abiotic (non-living) factors in an area interact.

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Which type of organisms are likely to compete for the same resources?

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Organisms that have similar dietary needs or habitat requirements are likely to compete for the same resources.

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What is the role of predators in competition?

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Predators can influence competition by controlling the population of prey species, thus affecting resource availability.

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What is the difference between intraspecific and interspecific competition?

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Intraspecific competition occurs between individuals of the same species, while interspecific competition occurs between individuals of different species.

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How can resource availability affect competition?

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When resources are scarce, competition intensifies as organisms vie for limited supplies.

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What is a niche in an ecosystem?

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A niche is the role or function of an organism within its ecosystem, including its habitat, resource use, and interactions with other organisms.

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Give an example of a biotic factor in an ecosystem.

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A biotic factor is any living component of an ecosystem, such as plants, animals, fungi, and bacteria.