Amplify-Matter and Energy in Ecosystems Vocabulary

Front

Matter that makes up the nonliving parts of an ecosystem, such as air and water.

Back

abiotic

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

Front

A group of atoms joined together in a particular way.

Back

molecule

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS1-1

Front

Matter that makes up the living and dead organisms in an ecosystem.

Back

biotic

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-1

Front

A closed ecosystem made by humans.

Back

biodome

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-6

NGSS.MS-LS2-1

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

Front

The chemical reaction between oxygen and glucose that releases energy.

Back

cellular respiration

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS1-7

Front

The process by which plants use sunlight to make food from carbon dioxide and water.

Back

photosynthesis

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-6

Front

The living components of an ecosystem, including plants, animals, and microorganisms.

Back

biotic factors

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS2-2

Front

The nonliving components of an ecosystem, such as sunlight, temperature, and soil.

Back

abiotic factors

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

Front

The role of an organism in its environment, including its habitat and interactions with other organisms.

Back

niche

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS2-2

Front

The variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem.

Back

biodiversity

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS2-5