Biology Unit 1 Review

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What is mutualism?

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Mutualism is a type of symbiotic relationship where two organisms benefit from their interaction.

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Give an example of mutualism.

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A bird eating ticks off a water buffalo is an example of mutualism.

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What is an adaptation?

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An adaptation is a characteristic that enhances an organism's ability to survive and reproduce in its environment.

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Which adaptation would a desert organism NOT have?

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Having thick fur would NOT be an adaptation for a desert organism.

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What is a community in ecology?

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A community is a group of different species living together in a specific area.

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Provide an example of a community.

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2 dolphins, 5 sharks, and 20 fish represent a community.

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What role do microorganisms play in an ecosystem?

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Microorganisms help recycle nutrients in an ecosystem.

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What is the difference between mutualism and commensalism?

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In mutualism, both organisms benefit; in commensalism, one benefits while the other is unaffected.

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What is a producer in an ecosystem?

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A producer is an organism that can make its own food, typically through photosynthesis.

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What is a consumer in an ecosystem?

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A consumer is an organism that obtains energy by eating other organisms.