Ecology part one Flashcard

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What is an abiotic factor?

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An abiotic factor is a non-living component of an ecosystem, such as rocks, water, and temperature.

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What are the 6 characteristics of life?

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The 6 characteristics of life are: 1) Cells, 2) Metabolism, 3) Homeostasis, 4) Growth and Development, 5) Reproduction, 6) Response to Stimuli.

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What is a niche in ecology?

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A niche refers to the role or function of an organism or species within an ecosystem, including its habitat, resource use, and interactions with other organisms.

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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, including both biotic (living) and abiotic (non-living) components.

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What is a producer in an ecosystem?

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A producer is an organism that can make its own food through photosynthesis or chemosynthesis, such as plants and algae.

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What is the difference between herbivores and carnivores?

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Herbivores are animals that eat plants, while carnivores are animals that eat other animals.

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What is homeostasis?

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Homeostasis is the ability of an organism to maintain a stable internal environment despite changes in external conditions.

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What is metabolism?

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Metabolism refers to all the chemical reactions that occur within an organism to maintain life, including energy production and nutrient processing.

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What is the biosphere?

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The biosphere is the global sum of all ecosystems, representing the zone of life on Earth, including land, water, and the atmosphere.

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What is a community in ecology?

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A community is a group of different species living together in a specific area, interacting with each other.