BIOTIC OR ABIOTIC

BIOTIC OR ABIOTIC

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Science

7th Grade

Hard

NGSS
MS-LS2-3, MS-LS2-4, MS-LS2-2

+6

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the definition of biotic factors in an ecosystem?

Back

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

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the definition of abiotic factors in an ecosystem?

Back

Abiotic factors are the non-living physical and chemical components of an ecosystem, such as sunlight, temperature, water, rocks, and soil.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Give an example of a biotic factor and explain its role in an ecosystem.

Back

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

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Give an example of an abiotic factor and explain its role in an ecosystem.

Back

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

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do biotic and abiotic factors interact in an ecosystem?

Back

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

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What role do animals play as biotic factors in an ecosystem?

Back

Animals serve various roles such as consumers, pollinators, and decomposers, contributing to the balance and health of ecosystems.

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS2-2

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What role do rocks play as abiotic factors in an ecosystem?

Back

Rocks provide habitat and shelter for various organisms, influence soil formation, and affect water drainage and availability.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

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