Biology CH 3 vocab

The term 'abiotic' refers to which of the following?

• Living components of an ecosystem

• Non-living components of an ecosystem

• A type of plant species

• A type of animal species

Explain the term 'biome'.

• A type of ecosystem

• A geological formation

• A weather pattern

• A type of animal species

Define 'biotic'.

• Related to living organisms

• Pertaining to non-living things

• A type of chemical reaction

• A geological process

What does 'commensalism' mean?

• A relationship where one organism benefits and the other is unaffected

• A relationship where both organisms benefit

• A relationship where one organism benefits at the expense of the other

• A relationship where both organisms are harmed

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In ecological terms, what does 'competition' refer to?

• A relationship where organisms fight for the same resources

• A mutual benefit between two species

• A predator-prey interaction

• An organism living in harmony with its environment

The 'ecological pyramid model' is best explained as:

• A graphical representation of the trophic levels in an ecosystem.

• A diagram showing the water cycle in nature.

• A chart depicting the carbon cycle.

• A model illustrating the nitrogen cycle.

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What is 'ecology'?

• The study of ancient civilizations

• The study of ecosystems and interactions among organisms

• The study of celestial bodies

• The study of human anatomy

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Define 'ecosystem'.

• A community of living organisms and their interactions with their environment.

• A single species living in isolation.

• A group of planets orbiting a star.

• A collection of non-living elements.

A 'food web' is:

• A network of interconnected food chains

• A single linear sequence of organisms

• A type of food storage system

• A method of cooking

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What does 'mutualism' mean?

• A relationship where both parties benefit

• A relationship where one party benefits and the other is harmed

• A relationship where one party benefits and the other is unaffected

• A relationship where both parties are harmed