Homeostasis Storyline Review #1

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What is an isotonic solution?

Back

A solution having the same solute concentration as another solution.

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What is photosynthesis?

Back

A process used by plants and other organisms to convert light energy into chemical energy.

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How do abiotic and biotic factors affect populations?

Back

By causing fluctuations in the population size.

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What are the abiotic factors that impact an ocean community/system?

Back

Temperature and sunlight.

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What do ocean populations need to look like to maintain a healthy balance in their ecosystem?

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A balanced ratio of predators to prey.

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What is homeostasis?

Back

The process by which living organisms maintain a stable internal environment.

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What role do enzymes play in biological processes?

Back

Enzymes act as catalysts to speed up chemical reactions in the body.

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What is the significance of the water cycle in ecosystems?

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The water cycle is essential for distributing water, which is vital for all living organisms.

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What are the main components of an ecosystem?

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The main components include biotic factors (living organisms) and abiotic factors (non-living elements like water, soil, and climate).

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How does energy flow through an ecosystem?

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Energy flows from producers to consumers and then to decomposers.