Populations and Ecosystems Vocabulary

Lily from the Florida Native Plant Society introduces ecological terms in this Terminology Tuesday session. She explains the concepts of populations, communities, and ecosystems, detailing how populations form communities and communities form ecosystems. The video also highlights the distinction between biotic and abiotic factors and provides resources for learning about Florida's natural communities. The session concludes with an invitation to explore more in future sessions.

What is the relationship between populations, communities, and ecosystems?

• Ecosystems are smaller than communities.

• Communities consist of multiple ecosystems.

• Populations are made up of ecosystems.

• Populations form communities, and communities form ecosystems.

How is a population defined in ecological terms?

• A collection of ecosystems.

• A mix of biotic and abiotic factors.

• A group of different species in the same area.

• A group of the same species in a specific area.

What distinguishes a community from a population?

• Communities are larger than ecosystems.

• Communities are made up of the same species.

• Communities consist of different species in the same area.

• Communities include abiotic factors.

Which of the following is NOT a biotic factor?

• Animals

• Plants

• Temperature

• Fungi

Where can you find detailed information about Florida's natural communities?

• Florida State Parks

• Local libraries

• Florida Natural Areas Inventory (FNAI) website

• National Geographic

What does an ecosystem include?

• Only plants and animals

• Both living organisms and non-living factors

• Only non-living factors

• Only living organisms

Which of the following is an example of a specific ecosystem?

• Aquatic ecosystem

• Forest ecosystem

• Apalachicola River ecosystem

• Desert ecosystem

What is the term for non-living factors in an ecosystem?

• Inorganic

• Organic

• Abiotic

• Biotic

Which of the following best describes an ecosystem?

• A small group of similar species

• A system of living organisms interacting with their environment

• A collection of abiotic factors

• A large area with only plants