Populations & Communities

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What is the purpose of visual communication in populations and communities?

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To ward off predators, attract a mate, locate food, and more.

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What is commensalism?

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

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What happens when population density is too high in an ecosystem?

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Organisms may not have enough food, space, or water.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-1

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

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What is competition in ecological terms?

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A relationship where both organisms are competing for the same resources.

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Give an example of a predator/prey relationship.

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Polar bear and a harp seal.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-4

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What is a population in ecology?

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A group of individuals of the same species living in a specific area.

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What is a community in ecology?

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A group of different species living together in a specific area.

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What is mutualism?

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A relationship where both organisms benefit.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-2

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What is an ecosystem?

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A community of living organisms and their physical environment interacting as a system.

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What is the role of a producer in an ecosystem?

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To create energy through photosynthesis, serving as a food source for consumers.

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