Unit 5 Midpoint

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What is a low impact disturbance in an ecosystem?

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A low impact disturbance is a minor event that causes little change in the ecosystem, such as a tree falling over in a thunderstorm.

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What factors can lead to an increase in coyote populations?

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Factors include more food availability, less competition from other predators, and less threat of being hunted by humans.

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What is prey?

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An animal that is hunted and eaten for food.

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What is competition in an ecosystem?

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Competition occurs when there is a limited supply of food and shelter, leading organisms to compete for these resources.

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What is a biotic factor in an ecosystem?

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A biotic factor is a living component of an ecosystem, such as plants or animals.

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What is an example of an abiotic factor?

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Abiotic factors are non-living components, such as sunlight, temperature, and soil.

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What is mutualism?

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Mutualism is a type of symbiotic relationship where both species benefit from the interaction.

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What is parasitism?

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Parasitism is a relationship where one organism benefits at the expense of another.

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What is a population in ecology?

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

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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.