Ecosystems

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What is the definition of an ecosystem?

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An ecosystem is a community of interacting organisms and their environment.

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What are the two main components of an ecosystem?

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The two main components of an ecosystem are biotic (living) and abiotic (non-living) factors.

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Can you name some examples of abiotic factors in an ecosystem?

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Examples of abiotic factors include sunlight, water, temperature, soil, and air.

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What role do producers play in an ecosystem?

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Producers, such as plants, convert sunlight into energy through photosynthesis, forming the base of the food chain.

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What is the significance of biodiversity in an ecosystem?

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Biodiversity contributes to ecosystem resilience, stability, and productivity, allowing it to better withstand changes.

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How do decomposers contribute to an ecosystem?

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Decomposers break down dead organic matter, recycling nutrients back into the soil and supporting new plant growth.

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What is the impact of pollution on ecosystems?

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Pollution can harm organisms, disrupt food chains, and degrade the quality of air, water, and soil in ecosystems.

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How does recycling help ecosystems?

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Recycling reduces waste, conserves resources, and minimizes pollution, thereby helping to protect ecosystems.

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What happens to an ecosystem when sunlight is removed?

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When sunlight is removed, photosynthesis ceases, leading to the death of producers like algae, which affects the entire food web.

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What is a food chain?

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A food chain is a linear sequence of organisms through which nutrients and energy pass as one organism eats another.

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