Ecology Concepts and Definitions

This video is a sample from StudyClicks Boost, focusing on key definitions in ecology. It covers the study of ecology, the environment, ecosystems, habitats, and the biosphere. The video explains how living organisms interact with their environment, the concept of ecosystems, and the importance of understanding these definitions for biology exams. It also highlights the adaptability of organisms like bacteria in extreme conditions.

What is the primary focus of the video?

• To explain the concept of photosynthesis

• To go through key definitions in ecology

• To introduce a new study tool

• To discuss the importance of biodiversity

What does the suffix 'ology' in ecology signify?

• The study of

• The history of

• The science of

• The art of

Which of the following is NOT a factor that organisms might have to deal with in their environment?

• Predators

• Rainfall

• Amount of light

• Color of the sky

What is the difference between a population and a community in an ecosystem?

• Population refers to all species, community refers to one species

• Population is non-living, community is living

• Population is one species, community is all species in an area

• Population is a large area, community is a small area

Which of the following best describes an ecosystem?

• A non-living environment

• A community of organisms and their environment

• A single organism

• A group of similar species

What is a habitat?

• A non-living environment

• A type of ecosystem

• A specific place where an organism lives

• A large ecosystem

Which of the following is an example of a habitat?

• The Sahara desert

• A fox's den

• The Amazon rainforest

• The Pacific Ocean

What does the term 'biosphere' refer to?

• The part of Earth inhabited by living organisms

• The ocean floor

• The entire planet

• The atmosphere

Which organisms are considered the most successful on Earth due to their adaptability?

• Birds

• Fish

• Bacteria

• Mammals

What is the range of the biosphere on Earth?

• From the equator to the poles

• From the Earth's core to the surface

• From 8 km above sea level to 10 km below

• From the surface to the moon