LS2.1 Effects on Population

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What is competition in an ecosystem?

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Competition occurs when two or more organisms vie for the same resource, such as food, space, or mates. An example is two vultures fighting over a dead rabbit.

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What is an endangered species?

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An endangered species is a type of organism that is at risk of becoming extinct due to a decrease in population or habitat.

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What is ecology?

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Ecology is the study of interactions among organisms and their environment, including both living (biotic) and non-living (abiotic) components.

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What is an ecosystem?

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An ecosystem includes all living (biotic) and non-living (abiotic) things in a particular environment, interacting as a system.

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What is the biosphere?

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The biosphere is the part of Earth where life exists, encompassing all ecosystems and living organisms.

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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, including sunlight, water, temperature, and soil.

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What is a population in ecological terms?

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A population is a group of individuals of the same species living in a specific area at the same time.

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What is a niche?

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

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What is a food chain?

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A food chain is a linear sequence that shows how energy and nutrients flow from one organism to another in an ecosystem.

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