Ecosystems Vocab

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Terrestrial

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ecosystem found on land

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Prey

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an organism that is hunted by another for food

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Trophic Level

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Position an organism occupies in a food web.

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Niche

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an animal's job or position

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Producer

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an organism that performs photosynthesis

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Abiotic

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Non-living factors affecting the ecosystem.

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Consumer

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an organism that must consume other organisms for nutrients

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Competition: when multiple individuals or populations depend on the same limited resources.

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Correct Answer: when more than 1 individual or population relies on the same limited resources.

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Predator

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an organism that hunts for its food

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Decomposer

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organisms that break down remains of dead plants and animals