U2 L4: Effects of Resource Availability

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What is a Biome?

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A biome is a large ecological area characterized by distinct climate, flora, and fauna.

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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 is Population Density?

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Population density is the number of people living per unit of area.

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What is a Community in an ecosystem?

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A community in an ecosystem is a group of different species living and interacting in a specific area.

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What is Population?

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The total number of individuals of a species in a specific area.

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What factors define a Biome?

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Climate, flora (plants), and fauna (animals) are the key factors that define a biome.

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How does resource availability affect Ecosystems?

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Resource availability influences the types of organisms that can survive and thrive in an ecosystem.

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What is the relationship between Population and Ecosystem health?

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A balanced population contributes to ecosystem health, while overpopulation can lead to resource depletion.

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What role do abiotic factors play in an Ecosystem?

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Abiotic factors, such as water, sunlight, and soil, are non-living components that affect living organisms in an ecosystem.

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How can changes in climate impact Biomes?

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Changes in climate can alter the characteristics of a biome, affecting the species that can live there.