Ecosystems - Species Interactions

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What is ATP?

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ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate) is a molecule that stores and provides energy for cellular processes.

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What is the biosphere?

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The biosphere is the global sum of all ecosystems, containing all living things on Earth.

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What is a heterotroph?

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A heterotroph is an organism that cannot make its own food and relies on consuming other organisms for energy.

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What is an autotroph?

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An autotroph is an organism that can produce its own food through photosynthesis or chemosynthesis.

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What is a predator?

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A predator is an organism that hunts and eats other organisms (prey) for food.

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What is prey?

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Prey is an organism that is hunted and eaten by a predator.

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What is a healthy ecosystem?

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A healthy ecosystem is characterized by biodiversity, stability, and resilience, supporting a variety of organisms.

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What is the relationship between wolves and moose?

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Wolves are predators and moose are prey in their ecological relationship.

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What is symbiosis?

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Symbiosis is a close and long-term interaction between two different species, which can be mutualistic, commensalistic, or parasitic.

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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.