Plant Survival and Ecosystems Quiz

Which process allows plants to make their own food?

• Respiration

• Photosynthesis

• Evaporation

• Digestion

What part of the plant is primarily responsible for absorbing water?

• Leaves

• Roots

• Stem

• Flowers

Which gas do plants need to perform photosynthesis?

• Oxygen

• Nitrogen

• Carbon Dioxide

• Hydrogen

How do plants release oxygen into the air?

• Through their roots

• By transpiration

• Through stomata in their leaves

• By absorbing water

Which of the following is NOT a process plants use to survive?

• Transpiration

• Photosynthesis

• Decomposition

• Respiration

Which of the following is a biotic factor in an ecosystem?

• Soil

• Water

• Sunlight

• Tree

What is an abiotic factor in a desert ecosystem?

• Cactus

• Sand

• Snake

• Rabbit

Which of the following describes an interaction between a biotic and an abiotic factor?

• A rabbit eating grass

• A plant using sunlight to grow

• Two birds competing for food

• A deer drinking water

Which of these factors would be considered abiotic in a forest ecosystem?

• Deer

• Rain

• Mushrooms

• Insects

Which of the following is necessary for both abiotic and biotic factors to interact in an ecosystem?

• Energy

• Food

• Air

• Shelter