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ecology wk1

Total questions: 15

Worksheet time: 22mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

Termites are tiny insects that can cause severe damage to homes and other structures that consist of wood. Termites are an example of what type of factor.

a)

Biotic

b)

Abiotic

2.

An arctic blast pushed its way through several of the Northern state in the United State. The temperatures dropped below freezing for several days. Temperature is an example of which type of factor?

a)

Biotic

b)

Abiotic

3.

Which of the following shows an abiotic factor interacting with a biotic factor in the environment?

a)

Lamprey eels survive by attaching themselves to trout.

b)

Water temperature affects its oxygen level.

c)

Low light intensity affects the growth of forest pine trees.

d)

Gypsy moth caterpillars eat the leaves of apple tree.

4.

Mushroom

a)

Biotic

b)

Abiotic

5.

Fern

a)

Biotic

b)

Abiotic

6.

Soil

a)

Biotic

b)

Abiotic

7.

This limits the number of individuals that can live in an ecosystem.

a)

Carrying Capacity

b)

Limiting Factor

c)

Abiotic

d)

Biotic

8.

What is the original source of energy for this ecosystem?

a)

Plants

b)

Animals

c)

Air

d)

Sun

9.

Which two animals eats a mouse?

a)

Rabbit and Grasshopper

b)

Fox and Owl

c)

Fox and Bird

10.

Before starting an investigation or lab procedure, you should

a)

try an experiment on your own

b)

open all containers and packages

c)

read all directions and make sure you understand them

d)

handle all the equipment to become familiar with it

11.

If you get hurt or injured in any way, you should

a)

tell your teacher immediately

b)

find bandages or a first aid kit

c)

go to the principal's office

d)

get help after you finish the lab

12.

Before doing experiments involving a heat source, you should know the location of the

a)

door

b)

windows

c)

fire extinguisher

d)

overhead lights

13.

The plant absorbs water through its roots.

a)

Living/Living

b)

Living/Non Living

14.

This is commonly referred to as earth or dirt. A mixture of organic matter, minerals, gases, liquids, and organisms that together support life.

a)

Sunlight

b)

Air

c)

Soil

15.

Poor light or lack of light causes plants to...

a)

Become thin

b)

Become Weak & Drawn

c)

Fail to flower

d)

Become Colourless

e)

All of the above