Ecology Flashcard

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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 temperature, water, and sunlight.

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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 bacteria.

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How do organisms affect the population of other organisms in a food chain?

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Organisms affect each other's populations through competition and predation.

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What is a limiting factor in population growth?

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A limiting factor is a condition that restricts the growth of a population, such as predation, food supply, or habitat space.

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What is the role of temperature in an ecosystem?

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Temperature is an abiotic factor that influences the types of organisms that can survive in an ecosystem.

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What is competition in ecology?

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Competition is the interaction between organisms or species in which both are harmed as they vie for limited resources.

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What is predation?

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Predation is an interaction where one organism (the predator) kills and eats another organism (the prey).

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What is the difference between a food chain and a food web?

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A food chain is a linear sequence of organisms through which nutrients and energy pass, while a food web is a complex network of interconnected food chains.

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What is an ecosystem?

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An ecosystem is a community of living organisms interacting with their physical environment.

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What is biodiversity?

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Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem.