Biological Levels of Organization

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What is an ecosystem?

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An ecosystem is a community of living organisms and their interactions with the nonliving elements of their environment.

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What is the biosphere?

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The biosphere is the layer of Earth where life exists, including land, water, and the atmosphere.

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List the ecological levels of organization from smallest to largest.

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The ecological levels of organization are: organism, population, community, ecosystem, biome, biosphere.

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What is the most basic living unit of life?

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The most basic living unit of life is a cell.

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What is a biome?

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A biome is a collection of ecosystems that share similar climate and organisms.

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Define 'organism'.

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An organism is a single, individual living entity that can carry out life processes.

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What is a population?

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A population is a group of individuals of the same species living in a specific area.

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What is a community in ecological terms?

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A community is a group of different populations that live together in a defined area.

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What is an ecosystem made up of?

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An ecosystem is made up of living organisms (biotic factors) and nonliving elements (abiotic factors) such as air, water, and soil.

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What role do producers play in an ecosystem?

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Producers, such as plants, create their own food through photosynthesis and provide energy for other organisms.

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