Biological Order II

Front

What is the term for all of the places where living things exist?

Back

Biosphere

Front

What does the term 'abiotic' refer to?

Back

Nonliving

Front

What do we call two or more populations of different species that occupy the same space at the same time?

Back

Community

Front

Which example best describes a community?

Back

Sharks, groupers, anemones, and shrimp on a coral reef.

Front

What is the correct order of biological organization from smallest to largest?

Back

Organism, population, community, ecosystem.

Front

What is an ecosystem?

Back

A biological community of interacting organisms and their physical environment.

Front

Define 'population' in biological terms.

Back

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

Front

What is the difference between biotic and abiotic factors?

Back

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

Front

Give an example of an abiotic factor in an ecosystem.

Back

Water, sunlight, temperature, soil.

Front

What is a habitat?

Back

The natural home or environment of an organism.