Ecosystem

define, Abiotie

• Abiotic refers to living factors in an ecosystem.

• Abiotize means to make something living.

• Abiotic refers to non-living factors in an ecosystem.

• Abiotism is the study of living organisms.

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define, biotic

• Non-living organisms in an ecosystem.

• Living organisms or organic matter in an ecosystem.

• Inorganic matter in an ecosystem.

• The study of rocks and minerals.

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define, Interdependent

• Two or more things that are dependent on each other.

• Two or more things that are randomly connected

• Two or more things that are completely independent

• Two or more things that are not related

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define, Carrying Capacity

• The maximum population size of a species that the environment can sustain indefinitely.

• The total number of individuals in a species.

• The average population size of a species in a given area.

• The minimum population size of a species that the environment can sustain indefinitely.

define, Adaptation

• Adaptation is the process of creating new species through genetic engineering

• Adaptation is the process of changing one's behavior to fit in with a new group

• Adaptation is the process by which an organism becomes better suited to its environment in order to survive and reproduce.

• Adaptation is the process of converting physical characteristics into mental abilities

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What represents the flow of energy in this food chain?

• arrows

• the sun

• producers

• consumers

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What is the source of energy for this ecosystem?

• rocks

• carbon dioxide

• sun

• oxygen

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Sun, oxygen, rocks, and carbon dioxide are non-living factors known as what?

• biotic

• abiotic

• decomposers

• toads

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A cactus plant, a snake, the soil, and the air in a given area make up the

• species

• community

• ecosystem

• population

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Which organism is considered a producer in this food web?

• deer

• trees

• rabbit

• snake

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