Competition and Predation

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What is a habitat?

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A habitat is the place or kind of place in which an animal or plant naturally lives.

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What role does a tiger play in its ecosystem?

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The tiger is a predator.

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What does the Competitive Exclusion Principle state?

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Two species cannot occupy the same niche.

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What is a niche in an ecosystem?

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

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NGSS.MS-LS2-2

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What role does a shark play in its ecosystem?

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The shark is a predator.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-2

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Define predation.

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Predation is the interaction where one organism (the predator) kills and eats another organism (the prey).

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NGSS.MS-LS2-2

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What is competition in an ecological context?

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Competition occurs when two or more species or individuals vie for the same resources in an ecosystem, such as food, space, or light.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-1

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What is the difference between interspecific and intraspecific competition?

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Interspecific competition occurs between different species, while intraspecific competition occurs within the same species.

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What is an example of a predator-prey relationship?

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An example of a predator-prey relationship is a lion hunting and eating a zebra.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-2

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What is the significance of biodiversity in ecosystems?

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

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