Intro to Ecology

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What is a population in ecology?

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A population is a group of individuals of the same species living in a specific area.

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What are pioneer species?

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Pioneer species are the first organisms to colonize a disturbed ecosystem, such as mosses and lichens.

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What is an abiotic factor?

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Abiotic factors are non-living components of an ecosystem, such as water, soil, and climate.

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What is a primary consumer?

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A primary consumer is an organism that eats producers (plants), often referred to as herbivores.

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What does nocturnal mean?

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Nocturnal refers to organisms that are active during the night.

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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 a biome?

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A biome is a large geographic biotic unit, a major community of plants and animals with similar life forms and environmental conditions.

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What is a community in ecology?

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A community is a group of different species that live together in one area.

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What is the role of decomposers in an ecosystem?

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Decomposers break down dead organic material, returning nutrients to the soil.

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What is the difference between biotic and abiotic factors?

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Biotic factors are living components of an ecosystem, while abiotic factors are non-living components.