Ecosystem and Biome Quiz

Distinguish between biotic and abiotic components of an ecosystem. Give an example of how each can affect a population, a community, and a landscape ecosystem.

• Biotic: sunlight; Abiotic: plants

• Biotic: animals; Abiotic: temperature

• Biotic: water; Abiotic: soil

• Biotic: rocks; Abiotic: bacteria

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Describe the characteristics of each of the terrestrial biomes. What two features primarily determine the distribution of terrestrial biomes?

• Temperature and precipitation

• Soil type and altitude

• Latitude and longitude

• Wind patterns and ocean currents

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What is a biome shift? Provide an example.

• A change in species; Example: forest to desert

• A change in climate; Example: tundra to grassland

• A change in vegetation; Example: savanna to rainforest

• A change in ecosystem; Example: ocean to mountain

Explain what evolutionary adaptations are, specifically in the context of biomes. Give an example of an animal and plant adaptation for each biome.

• Adaptations are changes in behavior; Example: birds migrating

• Adaptations are genetic changes; Example: cacti storing water

• Adaptations are physical changes; Example: fish developing gills

• Adaptations are temporary changes; Example: leaves changing color

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Describe the abiotic factors that influence life in the biosphere.

• Predation, competition, symbiosis

• Temperature, water, sunlight

• Photosynthesis, respiration, decomposition

• Migration, hibernation, estivation

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