Biotic and Abiotic Factors

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What is a biotic factor?

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A biotic factor is a living component of an ecosystem, such as plants, animals, and microorganisms.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-4

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What is an abiotic factor?

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An abiotic factor is a non-living component of an ecosystem, such as sunlight, water, temperature, and soil.

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Is sunlight a biotic or abiotic factor?

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Abiotic

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Is water a biotic or abiotic factor?

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Abiotic

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Is a deer a biotic or abiotic factor?

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Biotic

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What type of factor are termites?

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Biotic

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Is temperature a biotic or abiotic factor?

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Abiotic

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Give an example of a biotic factor in an ecosystem.

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Examples include plants, animals, fungi, and bacteria.

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Give an example of an abiotic factor in an ecosystem.

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Examples include sunlight, water, air, and minerals.

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How do biotic factors affect an ecosystem?

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Biotic factors interact with each other and influence the population dynamics, food chains, and overall health of the ecosystem.

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