A group of organisms of the same species in an ecosystem is called a__________.

The different populations that share an ecosystem make up a ___________.

The interaction between populations to meet their needs is called________.

It is the place where an organism lives within an ecosystem.

An organism’s complete role or function in its ecosystem.

It refers to the variety of different species that live in an ecosystem.

•Climate, water, soil, light, air, and nutrients are examples of _________ parts in an ecosystem.

It occurs when little rain falls and the land becomes so dry.

The gradual change of an organism in an ecosystem.

It occurs where an ecosystem has been disturbed, but soil is still present.

Population of species that grow quickly when introduced into a new environment.

It happens when all members of a certain species die.

Climate and location affect the amount and types of resources that are available for organisms.

Generally, very diverse ecosystems, such as coral reefs and rain forests, are near the equator.

Volcanic eruptions can quickly change the environment.

Beavers change their environment by building dams across streams.

An environment can be change suddenly by a natural event such as a flood, earthquake or volcanic eruption.

Pollution is any harmful substance that gets into the environment.

Protecting ecosystems is an example of conservation.