Ecology Lev Org & Abiotic vs Biotic Factors

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What is a Population in ecology?

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A population is all the organisms of the same type (species) living in a certain area.

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What is a Community in ecology?

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A community is all the different types of organisms living in a certain area.

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What is an Ecosystem?

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An ecosystem is the biotic (living) and abiotic (non-living) factors that work together in a specific area.

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What must a population be of?

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A population must be of the same species.

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What is a Species?

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A species is a group of organisms that are the same type and can reproduce with one another.

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What are Biotic Factors?

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

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What are Abiotic Factors?

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Abiotic factors are the non-living components of an ecosystem, such as sunlight, water, temperature, and soil.

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How do Biotic and Abiotic factors interact in an ecosystem?

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Biotic and abiotic factors interact to create a balanced environment where organisms can thrive.

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What is the difference between a Population and a Community?

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A population consists of one species, while a community includes multiple species living together.

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What role do producers play in an ecosystem?

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

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