Intro to Ecology

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What are biotic factors in an ecosystem?

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

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What are abiotic factors in an ecosystem?

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

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What is a biome?

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A biome is a large geographical area characterized by specific climate conditions, plants, and animals.

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What defines a tropical rain forest biome?

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A tropical rain forest biome is characterized by high rainfall, warm temperatures year-round, and a diverse range of plant and animal species.

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What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate is the long-term average of weather patterns in a specific area.

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What is an ecosystem?

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An ecosystem is a community of living organisms interacting with each other and their physical environment.

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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 community in ecology?

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

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What role do producers play 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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What are consumers in an ecosystem?

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Consumers are organisms that obtain energy by eating other organisms; they can be herbivores, carnivores, or omnivores.