BIOTIC OR ABIOTIC

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the definition of biotic factors in an ecosystem?
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Biotic factors are the living components of an ecosystem, including plants, animals, fungi, and microorganisms that interact with each other and their environment.
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NGSS.MS-LS2-2
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the definition of abiotic factors in an ecosystem?
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Abiotic factors are the non-living physical and chemical components of an ecosystem, such as sunlight, temperature, water, rocks, and soil.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Give an example of a biotic factor and explain its role in an ecosystem.
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An example of a biotic factor is a mold. Molds decompose organic matter, recycling nutrients back into the ecosystem, which supports plant growth.
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NGSS.MS-LS2-3
NGSS.MS-LS2-4
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Give an example of an abiotic factor and explain its role in an ecosystem.
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An example of an abiotic factor is sunlight. Sunlight provides the energy necessary for photosynthesis, which is the foundation of food chains in ecosystems.
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NGSS.MS-LS1-6
NGSS.MS-LS2-3
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How do biotic and abiotic factors interact in an ecosystem?
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Biotic and abiotic factors interact in various ways; for example, plants (biotic) require sunlight and water (abiotic) to grow, while animals (biotic) depend on plants for food.
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NGSS.MS-LS2-3
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What role do animals play as biotic factors in an ecosystem?
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Animals serve various roles such as consumers, pollinators, and decomposers, contributing to the balance and health of ecosystems.
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NGSS.MS-LS2-2
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What role do rocks play as abiotic factors in an ecosystem?
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Rocks provide habitat and shelter for various organisms, influence soil formation, and affect water drainage and availability.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2
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