Ecosystem Interaction Quiz 2

Which of the following is NOT a component of an ecosystem?

• Living organisms

• Sunlight

• Artificial structures

• Water

What type of interaction describes a relationship where both organisms benefit?

• Parasitism

• Commensalism

• Mutualism

• Competition

Barnacles attaching to whales for transportation is an example of:

• Mutualism

• Commensalism

• Parasitism

• Predation

Ticks feeding on a dog's blood is an example of:

• Mutualism

• Commensalism

• Parasitism

• Competition

Lions and hyenas competing for the same food exemplify:

• Mutualism

• Commensalism

• Parasitism

• Competition

An eagle catching a fish is an example of:

• Mutualism

• Commensalism

• Parasitism

• Predation

An ecosystem consists of:

• Only plants and animals.

• Living organisms and their non-living environment.

• Only microorganisms and their environment.

• Only the soil and water.

The biotic component of an ecosystem includes:

• Sunlight and water.

• Rocks and minerals.

• Plants, animals, and microorganisms.

• Air and temperature.

The abiotic component of an ecosystem includes:

• Bacteria and fungi.

• Sunlight, water, and soil.

• Predators and prey.

• Producers and consumers.

Mutualism is a relationship where:

• One organism benefits, and the other is harmed.

• Both organisms benefit.

• One organism benefits, and the other is unaffected.

• Both organisms are harmed.