Abiotic vs Biotic

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What is the definition of Biotic factors?

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Biotic factors are living components of an ecosystem, such as plants, animals, fungi, and bacteria.

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What is the definition of Abiotic factors?

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Abiotic factors are non-living components of an ecosystem, including sunlight, temperature, water, and minerals.

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Give an example of a Biotic factor.

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An example of a Biotic factor is a fish.

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Give an example of an Abiotic factor.

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An example of an Abiotic factor is weather (sunny, rainy, windy, snowy).

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Which of the following is a Biotic factor: air, elephant, or mushroom?

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Elephant and mushroom are Biotic factors; air is not.

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Is a tree considered a Biotic or Abiotic factor?

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A tree is considered a Biotic factor.

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Is temperature a Biotic or Abiotic factor?

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Temperature is an Abiotic factor.

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What role do Biotic factors play in an ecosystem?

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Biotic factors interact with each other and with Abiotic factors to create a balanced ecosystem.

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What role do Abiotic factors play in an ecosystem?

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Abiotic factors influence the living conditions and survival of Biotic factors.

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How do Biotic and Abiotic factors interact?

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Biotic factors depend on Abiotic factors for survival, such as plants needing sunlight and water.

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