Ecology and Interdependence

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What is the definition of a habitat?

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A habitat is the area where an organism lives its life, including both the living (biotic) and nonliving (abiotic) factors.

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What happens to the number of prey when the number of predators is low?

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When the number of predators is low, the number of prey should increase.

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What is the expected outcome for zebra populations if more animals that eat grass enter their territory?

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The zebra populations would decrease due to increased competition for food.

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What is an energy pyramid?

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An energy pyramid is a graphical representation that shows the energy available at each trophic level in an ecosystem.

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What is a food web?

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A food web is a representation of the linkages between multiple food chains in a community, illustrating how energy and nutrients flow through the ecosystem.

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What are biotic factors in an ecosystem?

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Biotic factors are the living components of an ecosystem, such as plants, animals, and microorganisms.

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What are abiotic factors in an ecosystem?

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Abiotic factors are the nonliving components of an ecosystem, including sunlight, water, temperature, and soil.

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What is the role of producers in an ecosystem?

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Producers, such as plants, convert sunlight into energy through photosynthesis, forming the base of the food chain.

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What is the significance of trophic levels in an ecosystem?

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Trophic levels represent the different stages in a food chain, indicating the flow of energy and nutrients from producers to various levels of consumers.

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How does competition affect population dynamics in an ecosystem?

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Competition for resources can limit population growth and lead to changes in species distribution and abundance.

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