Levels of Organization in an Ecosystem

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What is a population in an ecosystem?

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

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Give an example of a population.

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A herd of cattle.

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What are abiotic factors?

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Abiotic factors are the nonliving components of an ecosystem that affect living organisms, such as water, sunlight, dirt, and air.

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What is a habitat?

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A habitat is a place where an organism lives.

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What is an abiotic factor?

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An abiotic factor is a nonliving element that influences an ecosystem.

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What is a community in an ecosystem?

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A community is made up of different populations of various species living together 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.

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What is the difference between biotic and abiotic factors?

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Biotic factors are living components of an ecosystem, while abiotic factors are nonliving components.

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What are some examples of biotic factors?

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Examples of biotic factors include plants, animals, fungi, and bacteria.

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What is a biome?

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A biome is a large geographical area characterized by specific climate conditions and distinct plant and animal communities.