Ch 1 - Biosphere

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What is the Biosphere?

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The Biosphere is the portion of the Earth that contains all life, including land, water, and the atmosphere.

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Which biome has permafrost?

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Tundra is the biome that has permafrost, characterized by permanently frozen subsoil.

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What is a Community in ecological terms?

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A Community is a group of different populations living and interacting with each other in the same area.

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Which biome averages the lowest temperature and precipitation?

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The tundra biome averages the lowest temperature and precipitation.

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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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Define Ecosystem.

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An Ecosystem is a community of living organisms interacting with their physical environment.

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What is a Biome?

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A Biome is a large geographical biotic unit, a major community of plants and animals with similar life forms and environmental conditions.

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What is the difference between a Community and an Ecosystem?

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A Community consists of different populations interacting, while an Ecosystem includes both the community and the physical environment.

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What is the role of producers in an ecosystem?

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Producers, such as plants, convert sunlight into energy through photosynthesis, forming the base of the food chain.

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What are consumers in an ecosystem?

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Consumers are organisms that obtain energy by feeding on other organisms, including herbivores, carnivores, and omnivores.