Ecology Flashcard

Front

Which term refers to a biological community of interacting organisms and their physical environment?

Back

Ecosystem

Front

What is the term for the region or place where an organism lives?

Back

Habitat

Front

Which factors are non-living components of an ecosystem?

Back

Abiotic factors

Front

What are the living components of an ecosystem called?

Back

Biotic factors

Front

Which term refers to the number of individuals of the same species in a given area?

Back

Population density

Front

Which ecological relationship benefits both participating organisms?

Back

Mutualism

Front

Which ecological relationship benefits one organism while not affecting the other?

Back

Parasitism

Front

What is the term for the interconnected feeding relationships in an ecosystem?

Back

Food web

Front

Which term refers to the maximum number of individuals an environment can support?

Back

Carrying capacity

Front

Which gases trap heat in the Earth's atmosphere?

Back

Greenhouse gases