Ecosystems Vocab Flashcard: Ms. Williams' Science Class

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What is an organism?

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Any living thing.

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Habitat in context of Ethan's goldfish.

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An environment providing what the goldfish needs to live, grow, and reproduce.

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Biotic factor in a forest ecosystem?

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A living or once living part of the forest, such as leaves or dead animals.

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Abiotic factor in Noah's garden?

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A non-living part of Noah's garden habitat.

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In a forest ecosystem, 'population' refers to:

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All the deer living in the same forest area.

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In a forest near Ava, Kai, and Benjamin's town, 'community' refers to:

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All the different populations that live together in the forest area.

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Ecosystem: Community of organisms in a specific area with their nonliving environment.

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Community of organisms in a specific area with their nonliving environment.

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Limiting factor for deer in a forest ecosystem?

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An environmental factor that causes a population to decrease in size.

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In a garden ecosystem, the role of a sunflower is:

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An organism that makes its own food.

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Role of deer and rabbits in a forest ecosystem?

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They obtain energy by feeding on other organisms.