Chapter 1 Lesson 3 Review

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What are the abiotic components of an environment?

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Abiotic components include temperature, light, air, water, and soil.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

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What is the primary source of energy flow in an ecosystem?

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The sun is the primary source of energy flow in an ecosystem.

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What is mutualism in ecological terms?

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Mutualism is a relationship where both organisms benefit.

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Define habitat in the context of ecology.

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A habitat is the place where an organism lives.

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What is a population in ecological terms?

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A population is a group of one species in one area.

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What are biotic factors in an ecosystem?

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Biotic factors are the living components of an ecosystem, such as plants, animals, and microorganisms.

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What is the difference between a habitat and a niche?

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A habitat is the physical environment where an organism lives, while a niche is the role or function of that organism within its ecosystem.

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What is the significance of producers in an ecosystem?

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

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What role do decomposers play in an ecosystem?

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Decomposers break down dead organic matter, recycling nutrients back into the ecosystem.

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What is the concept of carrying capacity in ecology?

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Carrying capacity is the maximum population size that an environment can sustain indefinitely without degrading.

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