EOC Biology Reporting Category 5 (Spanish Translations)

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What are biotic factors in an ecosystem?

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Biotic factors are all the living things in an ecosystem, including plants, animals, and microorganisms.

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In a parasitic relationship, what happens to one organism?

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In a parasitic relationship, one organism is harmed while the other benefits.

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What is mutualism?

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Mutualism is a type of symbiotic relationship where both organisms benefit from the interaction.

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What is the difference between primary and secondary succession?

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Primary succession occurs in an area without soil, while secondary succession occurs in an area where soil is present.

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What is commensalism?

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Commensalism is a type of symbiotic relationship where one organism benefits and the other is not affected.

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Give an example of a biotic factor in an ecosystem.

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Examples of biotic factors include trees, animals, fungi, and bacteria.

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What is an abiotic factor?

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

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How do biotic and abiotic factors interact in an ecosystem?

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Biotic factors depend on abiotic factors for survival; for example, plants (biotic) need sunlight and water (abiotic) to grow.

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What role do decomposers play in an ecosystem?

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Decomposers break down dead organic matter, returning nutrients to the soil and supporting new plant growth.

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What is the significance of biodiversity in an ecosystem?

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Biodiversity contributes to ecosystem resilience, stability, and productivity, allowing ecosystems to better withstand changes.