Ecosystem and Habitats

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What is an ecosystem?

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An ecosystem is a community of living things (plants, animals, and microorganisms) interacting with each other and their environment.

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What is a habitat?

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A habitat is the natural environment where an animal or plant lives and grows.

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What is shelter?

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Shelter is a place where an animal can go to protect itself from weather and from other animals.

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Which animal is commonly found in a marine ecosystem?

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Dolphin.

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What is an example of a shelter for animals?

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Burrow, nest, and cave are examples of shelters.

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What is NOT an example of a shelter for animals?

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Sky.

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What is one advantage of animals living together?

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Safety and protection.

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What is NOT an advantage of animals living together?

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Spotted more easily by predators.

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Which animal does not live in a group?

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Sloths.

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What do we call animals that live in groups?

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Social animals.