Abiotic and Biotic Factors- Core 1

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What is an abiotic factor?

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An abiotic factor is a non-living part of the environment that affects living organisms.

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What is a biotic factor?

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A biotic factor is a living thing that influences or affects an ecosystem.

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Is water a biotic or abiotic factor?

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Water is an abiotic factor.

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Is sunlight a biotic or abiotic factor?

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Sunlight is an abiotic factor.

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What are examples of biotic factors?

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Examples of biotic factors include animals, plants, fungi, and bacteria.

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What are examples of abiotic factors?

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Examples of abiotic factors include soil, rocks, water, air, and temperature.

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How do abiotic factors affect living organisms?

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Abiotic factors can influence where organisms live, how they grow, and how they survive.

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What is the difference between biotic and abiotic factors?

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Biotic factors are living things, while abiotic factors are non-living things.

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Can you name a biotic factor in a forest ecosystem?

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A biotic factor in a forest ecosystem could be trees.

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Can you name an abiotic factor in a desert ecosystem?

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An abiotic factor in a desert ecosystem could be sand.

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