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What is a community in ecology?

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A community is a group of different species that live together in one area and interact with each other.

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What principle does the competition between species illustrate?

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Competition is the principle that describes the struggle between organisms for the same resources in an ecosystem.

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List the living parts of an ecosystem.

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The living parts of an ecosystem include all biotic factors such as plants, animals, and microorganisms.

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What is an ecosystem?

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An ecosystem is a community of living organisms and their physical environment interacting as a system.

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What does the term 'abiotic factors' refer to?

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Abiotic factors are the non-living chemical and physical parts of the environment that affect living organisms.

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Define mutualism in ecology.

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Mutualism is a type of symbiotic relationship where both species benefit from the interaction.

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What is the difference between a population and a community?

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A population consists of individuals of the same species living in a specific area, while a community includes multiple species.

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What is the significance of biotic and abiotic interactions in an ecosystem?

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Biotic and abiotic interactions are crucial for maintaining the balance and health of an ecosystem.

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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, such as food, space, or light.

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What is the role of producers 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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