Biotic or Abiotic

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What is a biotic factor?

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A biotic factor is a living or once-living organism in an ecosystem.

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What is an abiotic factor?

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An abiotic factor is a nonliving element in an ecosystem.

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Give an example of a biotic factor.

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Examples of biotic factors include plants, animals, bacteria, and fungi.

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Give an example of an abiotic factor.

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Examples of abiotic factors include sunlight, temperature, water, and soil.

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Is grass a biotic or abiotic factor?

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Grass is a biotic factor.

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Is soil a biotic or abiotic factor?

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Soil is an abiotic factor.

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What are the two main categories of factors in an ecosystem?

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The two main categories are biotic factors and abiotic factors.

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What role do biotic factors play in an ecosystem?

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Biotic factors interact with each other and with abiotic factors to create a balanced ecosystem.

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What role do abiotic factors play in an ecosystem?

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Abiotic factors influence the living conditions and survival of biotic factors.

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Can an organism be both biotic and abiotic?

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No, an organism can only be classified as biotic.