Ecosystem Vocabulary

Non-living factors in an ecosystem.

• biotic factors

• abiotic factors

• virus factors

• common factors

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The application of concepts and methods of biology and other science concepts to solve real-world problems related to the life sciences.

• mechanical engineering

• industrial engineering

• bioengineering

• computer engineering

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Living factors in an ecosystem.

• abiotic factors

• biotic factors

• common factors

• virus factors

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Populations of all species living and interacting in an area at a particular time.

• biodiversity

• biotic factors

• community

• species

The interaction of the biological community (all living things) and the physical environment (water, air, and minerals).

• biodiversity

• species

• habitat

• ecosystem

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A species which can survive in multiple ecosystems or eats food from multiple sources

• keystone species

• generalist species

• specialist species

• endangered species

A species that plays a role that affects many

• endangered species

• common species

• keystone species

• specialist species

A species which has a very specific ecosystem or has very limited variety of food sources.

• specialist species

• keystone species

• generalist species

• endangered species

unique plant or animal which can reproduce itself and to evolve.

• biodiversity

• ecosystem

• animal

• species

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Temperature is an example of a(n)

• abiotic factor

• biotic factor

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