Competition in Ecosystems

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What is competition in an ecosystem?

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An interaction between organisms or species in which both require a resource that is in limited supply.

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What are some examples of resources over which plants compete?

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Water, light, and space.

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Which two organisms in this food web are COMPETING for food with each other?

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Shrew and Mouse.

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Are the items in the diet of rabbits and deer biotic or abiotic?

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Biotic.

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What is a biotic factor in an ecosystem?

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A living component that affects the ecosystem, such as plants, animals, and microorganisms.

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What is an abiotic factor in an ecosystem?

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A non-living component that affects the ecosystem, such as sunlight, water, and temperature.

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How do plants compete for light?

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Plants grow taller or spread their leaves to capture more sunlight for photosynthesis.

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What role do herbivores play in competition within ecosystems?

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Herbivores compete for plant resources, affecting plant populations and distribution.

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What is the impact of competition on species diversity?

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Competition can limit the number of species in an area, as only those best adapted to the environment survive.

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How does competition influence natural selection?

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Organisms that are better competitors for resources are more likely to survive and reproduce.