Bio EOC Review: Ecology

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What is the carbon cycle?

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The carbon cycle is the process by which carbon is exchanged among the atmosphere, land, water, and living organisms. It includes processes like photosynthesis, respiration, decomposition, and combustion.

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants and some other organisms use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll, converting carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

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What is cellular respiration?

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Cellular respiration is the process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy, carbon dioxide, and water. It is essential for producing ATP, the energy currency of the cell.

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What is an ecosystem?

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An ecosystem is a community of living organisms interacting with their physical environment, including both biotic (living) and abiotic (non-living) components.

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What is a niche?

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

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What are the main components of an ecosystem?

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The main components of an ecosystem include producers (like plants), consumers (like animals), decomposers (like fungi and bacteria), and abiotic factors (like sunlight, water, and soil).

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What is decomposition?

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Decomposition is the process by which organic substances are broken down into simpler organic or inorganic matter, often involving the action of microorganisms.

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What is combustion?

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Combustion is a chemical reaction that occurs when a substance reacts rapidly with oxygen, producing heat and light, often resulting in the release of carbon dioxide.

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What is the nitrogen cycle?

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The nitrogen cycle is the series of processes by which nitrogen and its compounds are interconverted in the environment and in living organisms, including nitrogen fixation, nitrification, and denitrification.

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What is the role of producers in an ecosystem?

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Producers, such as plants and algae, are organisms that produce their own food through photosynthesis and serve as the base of the food chain.