The Wonders of Ecosystems

What is an ecosystem?

• A community of living organisms interacting with their environment

• A large forest

• A small pond

• A single plant species

What role do plants play in an ecosystem?

• They provide shelter for microorganisms

• They consume other animals

• They produce oxygen and food through photosynthesis

• They regulate the climate

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Why is water important in ecosystems?

• It is used only for photosynthesis

• It is only important for aquatic creatures

• It is not important for land animals

• It supports all forms of life and helps regulate the climate

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What can harm the balance of ecosystems?

• The presence of too many plants

• Pollution, deforestation, and climate change

• Excessive rainfall

• The introduction of new animal species

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How can humans help preserve ecosystems?

• By increasing deforestation

• By protecting the environment and reducing pollution

• By introducing more predators

• By draining water bodies

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