Symbiosis/ Environmental changes

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What is an ecosystem?

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An ecosystem is a community of living organisms (plants, animals, and microorganisms) interacting with their physical environment (air, water, soil) in a specific area.

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What is the term for the specific surroundings where an organism lives?

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The term is 'habitat'. It can also be referred to as a niche or territory.

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What is symbiosis?

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Symbiosis is the close relationship between two different species in an ecosystem, which can be beneficial, neutral, or harmful to one or both species.

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What is competition in an ecological context?

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Competition occurs when organisms fight for limited resources such as food, water, or mates, either between different species or within the same species.

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What are abiotic factors?

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Abiotic factors are the nonliving components of an environment, such as sunlight, temperature, water, and minerals.

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What is mutualism?

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Mutualism is a type of symbiotic relationship where both species benefit from the interaction.

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What is parasitism?

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Parasitism is a symbiotic relationship where one organism benefits at the expense of the other.

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What is biodiversity?

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Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem, including the number of different species.

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What is the biosphere?

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The biosphere is the global sum of all ecosystems, where life exists, including land, water, and the atmosphere.

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What is the impact of mining on the environment?

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Mining can lead to erosion, loss of biodiversity, and contamination of soil and water, which are often long-term impacts.