B-LS2-5 (EOC Terminologies Review)

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Biosphere

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The biosphere is the global sum of all ecosystems.

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Hydrosphere

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The hydrosphere includes all water bodies on Earth.

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Climate Change

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Climate change is primarily caused by human activities that increase greenhouse gas emissions.

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Greenhouse Gases

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Greenhouse gases include carbon dioxide, methane, nitrous oxide, and fluorinated gases.

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Phytoplanktons

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Microscopic photosynthetic organisms in aquatic environments.

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Ecosystem

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

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Biomass

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Biomass refers to the total mass of living matter within a given area or volume.

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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.

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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.

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Trophic Levels

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Trophic levels are the hierarchical levels in an ecosystem, comprising producers, primary consumers, secondary consumers, and tertiary consumers.