ecosystem comparison

Which type of ecosystem has the greatest variation in temperature from its top to its bottom?

• lake

• pond

• ocean

• estuary

Bluebirds prefer to live near open, grassy places. Where would you MOST likely find a bluebird?

• a dam

• a beach

• a ball field

• a parking lot

In which ecosystem can the greatest variety of organisms be found?

• lake

• estuary

• rain forest

• stream

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Which best explains the adaptations needed for organisms living in an estuary ecosystem?

• Organisms must be adapted to live in salt water.

• Organisms must be adapted to live in fresh water.

• Organisms must be adapted to live in both fresh water and salt water.

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Ospreys are birds that eat fish. Where would an osprey MOST likely live?

• near a forest

• near a marsh

• near a desert

• near a prairie

Which statement best compares a pond ecosystem to a lake ecosystem?

• A pond ecosystem is usually more shallow.

• A pond ecosystem usually has more organisms.

• A pond ecosystem usually receives less sunlight.

Which ecosystem contains the largest mammals?

• ocean

• pond

• river

• swamp

Which two ecosystems are terrestrial?

• ponds and lakes

• forests and estuaries

• oceans and grasslands

• forests and grasslands

Which statement best compares forest ecosystems to grassland ecosystems?

• Forest ecosystems have higher average temperatures than grassland ecosystems.

• Forest ecosystems receive more precipitation than grassland ecosystems.

• Grassland ecosystems receive more precipitation than forest ecosystems.

Which could be a challenge for a small animal living in a grassland ecosystem?

• The frozen ground is too hard to serve as shelter.

• The flat terrain makes it easy for predators to spot prey.

• The extreme temperatures require thick skin and heavy fur.

• The high amounts of precipitation create excess water resources.