Ecosystem Organization and Competition

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What is an ecosystem?

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An ecosystem is a community of living organisms (plants, animals, and microorganisms) interacting with their physical environment (soil, water, air) in a specific area.

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What is a biotic factor?

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A biotic factor is any living component that affects the population of another organism or the environment. Examples include plants, animals, and bacteria.

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What is an abiotic factor?

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An abiotic factor is a non-living part of the environment that can influence living organisms. Examples include sunlight, temperature, water, and soil.

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What is competition in an ecosystem?

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Competition occurs when two or more organisms or species compete for the same resources (food, space, light) in an ecosystem.

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What is a population in ecological terms?

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A population is a group of individuals of the same species living in a specific area at the same time.

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What is a community in ecology?

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A community is made up of all the different populations of species that live and interact in a particular area.

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What is carrying capacity?

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Carrying capacity is the maximum number of individuals of a particular species that an environment can support sustainably.

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How do predators affect prey populations?

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Predators can limit prey populations by hunting and consuming them, which can lead to a decrease in the prey population.

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What is a food chain?

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A food chain is a linear sequence that shows how energy and nutrients flow from one organism to another in an ecosystem.

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What is a food web?

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A food web is a complex network of interconnected food chains in an ecosystem, showing how different organisms are related through feeding relationships.