A nonliving condition or thing, as climate or habitat, that influences or affects an ecosystem and the organisms in it

A(n) ____________ is a community of plants and animals that occur naturally in an area, often sharing common characteristics specific to that area. It is characterized by precipitation and temperature.

The _______ includes water that is on the surface of the planet, underground, and in the air. It can be liquid, vapor, or ice.

A ___________ is a group of organisms in the same species that live in a specific geographical area & interbreed.

A _______ is an interacting group of various species in a common location.

A ___________ consists of all organisms and the physical environment (biotic + abiotic factors) with which they interact.

Which of the following is NOT a biotic factor?

What does the root word anthro- mean? (ex: Anthroposphere)

How many islands (out of 8) are included in Channel Islands National Park?