Ecology - Biology Final Review

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What is a biomass pyramid?

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A graphical representation showing the amount of organic matter at each trophic level in an ecosystem, measured in grams.

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What does exponential growth mean in ecology?

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It refers to a population growth pattern where, with unlimited resources, the population increases exponentially; the larger the population, the faster it grows.

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Define species in ecological terms.

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A group of organisms that can interbreed and produce fertile offspring.

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What does emigration mean?

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The act of leaving a population or area to live elsewhere; it means 'move out'.

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What are biotic factors in an ecosystem?

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Living components of an ecosystem, including plants, animals, and microorganisms.

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What is a community in ecology?

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A group of different species living together in a particular area.

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Define population in ecological terms.

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

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What is logistic growth?

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A population growth model where the growth rate decreases as the population reaches carrying capacity, resulting in a leveling off.

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What are abiotic factors?

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Non-living components of an ecosystem, such as water, sunlight, temperature, and soil.

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What is carrying capacity?

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The maximum number of individuals of a species that an environment can sustainably support.