Ecosystems and Interconnectedness

What does the document emphasize about the interconnectedness within ecosystems?

• The separation of biotic and abiotic factors

• The interconnectedness of biotic and abiotic factors

• The isolation of ecosystems from biomes

• The independence of biotic factors

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What is the interaction called where one species benefits and the other is unaffected?

• Mutualism

• Parasitism

• Commensalism

• Predation

Which type of symbiotic interaction involves one species being harmed while the other benefits?

• Mutualism

• Parasitism

• Commensalism

• Amensalism

Which of the following is a limiting factor for population growth?

• Predator-prey cycles

• Saprotrophism

• Availability of water and light

• Biome classification

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What is the main function of wetlands?

• To provide essential ecological services

• To increase urban development

• To reduce ocean salinity

• To create new mountain ranges

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In which cycle is carbon exchanged among the biosphere, geosphere, hydrosphere, and atmosphere?

• Nitrogen Cycle

• Water Cycle

• Carbon Cycle

• Phosphorus Cycle

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What is the ultimate source of energy in ecosystems?

• The moon

• The earth

• The sun

• The wind

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Which type of resource partitioning involves occupying different areas within the resource’s range?

• Morphological partitioning

• Spatial partitioning

• Temporal partitioning

• Symbiotic partitioning

What is the main characteristic of generalist species?

• They have a specific diet and are prone to extinction.

• They can survive on a wide variety of food resources.

• They are sensitive to environmental changes.

• They have a limited number of prey.

What does the Law of Tolerance state?

• Species distribution depends on predator-prey cycles.

• Species distribution is determined by the amount of rainfall.

• Species distribution depends on the tolerance level to physical and chemical factors.

• Species distribution is based on saprotrophism.

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