Marine Ecology Flashcard

Front

What type of relationship exists between a crocodile and a bird where both benefit?

Back

Mutualism

Front

What is an example of an abiotic factor in the marine environment?

Back

Water

Front

What is a species whose influence on its community is much larger than its relative biomass?

Back

Keystone species

Front

What term describes all living things or organisms in an ecosystem?

Back

Biotic factors

Front

What is the definition of a population in ecological terms?

Back

The total number of one species in an area.

Front

What is the term for the non-living components of an ecosystem?

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Abiotic factors

Front

What is the role of primary producers in an ecosystem?

Back

They convert solar energy into chemical energy through photosynthesis.

Front

What is the difference between a community and an ecosystem?

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A community is made up of different species living together, while an ecosystem includes both the community and the abiotic factors.

Front

What is the significance of biodiversity in marine ecosystems?

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Biodiversity enhances ecosystem resilience and stability.

Front

What is the term for organisms that break down dead organic material?

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Decomposers