Levels of Organization in Biosphere Flashcard

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What is the basic unit of life?

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The cell is the basic unit of life and the building block of all living things.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-1

NGSS.MS-LS1-2

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What term describes multiple organisms of the same species?

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Population.

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What do ecosystems have that other levels of organization do not?

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Abiotic factors.

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What is a community in ecological terms?

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A community is a group of different species living together in a particular area.

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What is formed when a group of organs work together?

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An organ system.

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What is an organism?

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An organism is a single living entity that can carry out life processes.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5

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Define ecosystem.

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

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What are biotic factors?

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Biotic factors are the living components of an ecosystem, such as plants, animals, and microorganisms.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-2

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What are abiotic factors?

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Abiotic factors are the non-living physical and chemical elements in the environment, such as sunlight, water, and minerals.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3

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What is the difference between a population and a community?

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A population consists of individuals of the same species, while a community includes multiple species.