APES Unit 1 and 2 Key Terms

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What is a biotic component of an ecosystem?

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A biotic component refers to the living parts of an ecosystem, such as plants, animals, and microorganisms.

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What is the difference between intraspecific and interspecific competition?

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Intraspecific competition occurs between individuals of the same species, while interspecific competition occurs between individuals of different species.

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What is meant by 'gene pool'?

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The gene pool is the total set of genes, including all alleles, in a population.

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What is a food web?

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A food web is a complex network of feeding relationships among various organisms in an ecosystem.

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What are biomes?

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Biomes are large ecological areas on the Earth’s surface with specific climates and distinct plant and animal groups.

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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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Define habitat.

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A habitat is the natural environment in which a species or community of species lives.

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What is the role of producers in an ecosystem?

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Producers, such as plants, convert sunlight into energy through photosynthesis, forming the base of the food chain.

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What is a trophic level?

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A trophic level is a position in a food chain or food web, representing the flow of energy and nutrients.

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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 species diversity, genetic diversity, and ecosystem diversity.

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