Channel Islands Ecology Flashcard 2

Front

Is sunlight a biotic or abiotic factor?

Back

Abiotic

Front

Which biome is represented by the climatograph?

Back

Rainforest

Front

The blue bars in a climatograph represent what?

Back

Precipitation

Front

Which biome does the climatograph most likely belong to?

Back

Tundra

Front

What is a non-living factor in an environment?

Back

Abiotic

Front

Define 'abiotic factor'.

Back

A non-living component of an ecosystem, such as sunlight, water, and minerals.

Front

Define 'biotic factor'.

Back

A living component of an ecosystem, such as plants, animals, and microorganisms.

Front

What is a climatograph?

Back

A graphical representation of the climate of a specific area, showing temperature and precipitation over time.

Front

What is the primary characteristic of a rainforest biome?

Back

High levels of rainfall and biodiversity.

Front

What distinguishes a tundra biome?

Back

Cold temperatures, low precipitation, and permafrost.