Ecology Challenge

What is ecology?

• Ecology is the study of rocks and minerals.

• Ecology is the study of outer space.

• Ecology is the branch of biology that studies the relationships between living organisms and their environment.

• Ecology is the study of ancient civilizations.

Explain the difference between biotic and abiotic factors.

• Biotic factors are non-living, while abiotic factors are living components of an ecosystem.

• Biotic factors are physical, while abiotic factors are chemical components of an ecosystem.

• Biotic factors are living, while abiotic factors are non-living components of an ecosystem.

• Biotic factors are only found in aquatic environments, while abiotic factors are only found on land.

What is a food chain and give an example.

• A food chain is a musical composition about different types of food.

• A food chain is a type of necklace made of edible beads.

• A food chain is a series of organisms where each organism is eaten by the next one in the chain. An example of a food chain is grass (producer) being eaten by a grasshopper (primary consumer), which is then eaten by a frog (secondary consumer), and finally eaten by a snake (tertiary consumer).

• A food chain is a series of restaurants where each one serves a different type of cuisine.

Define the term 'ecosystem'.

• A single species in an environment

• A community of living organisms in conjunction with the nonliving components of their environment, interacting as a system.

• A group of unrelated organisms

• A man-made structure for wildlife

What is the role of decomposers in an ecosystem?

• Decomposers regulate the climate in the ecosystem.

• Decomposers create new organisms in the ecosystem.

• Decomposers compete with producers for resources in the ecosystem.

• Decomposers break down dead organisms and organic matter, releasing nutrients back into the environment.

Explain the concept of carrying capacity.

• Carrying capacity is the term used to describe the speed at which a species reproduces.

• Carrying capacity is the minimum population size of a species that the environment can sustain indefinitely.

• Carrying capacity is the maximum population size of a species that the environment can sustain indefinitely.

• Carrying capacity is the maximum area of land that a species can occupy.

What are some examples of renewable resources?

• Coal energy

• Nuclear power

• Solar energy, wind energy, hydropower, biomass, geothermal energy

• Oil reserves

Discuss the impact of deforestation on the environment.

• Deforestation has a positive impact on the environment by promoting new growth of trees

• Deforestation does not contribute to climate change

• Deforestation leads to increased water quality in affected areas

• Deforestation has a significant negative impact on the environment by causing loss of biodiversity, soil erosion, disruption of water cycles, increased greenhouse gas emissions, and loss of habitat for wildlife.

What is the greenhouse effect and how does it contribute to global warming?

• The greenhouse effect is a natural process where certain gases in the Earth's atmosphere trap heat from the sun, leading to warming of the planet. When human activities increase the concentration of these gases, it enhances the greenhouse effect, causing more heat to be trapped and contributing to global warming.

• The greenhouse effect is caused by deforestation and has no impact on global warming.

• The greenhouse effect is a man-made phenomenon that has no effect on the Earth's temperature.

• The greenhouse effect is a cooling process that counteracts global warming.

How can individuals help protect the environment in their daily lives?

• Increase water usage, discard waste improperly, use single-use plastic bags, waste energy, support unsustainable practices

• Reduce water usage, recycle, use reusable bags and containers, conserve energy, support sustainable practices