Ecology Flashcards

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What is Ecology?

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The study of relationships between organisms and their environment.

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What is an Organism?

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A single living thing (e.g., alligator).

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What is a Population?

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Group of the same species in one area.

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What is a Community?

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Different species living in the same area.

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What is an Ecosystem?

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Includes both living (biotic) and nonliving (abiotic) components (e.g., soil, water, climate).

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What is a Biome?

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Large areas with similar climate and plant life (e.g., rainforests, deserts).

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What is Observation in ecology?

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Watching and recording information over time.

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What are Direct Surveys?

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For easily spotted species (e.g., binoculars).

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What are Indirect Surveys?

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For harder-to-find species (e.g., looking for tracks).

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What are Lab Experiments?

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Controlled experiments, but not like nature.