Biotic or Abiotic

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Biotic factors are...

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living things

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What does the word root 'bio-' mean?

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living

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Abiotic factors are...

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non-living things

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Some examples of biotic factors would be

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all of the above (trees, insects, bacteria)

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Is disease a biotic or abiotic factor?

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biotic

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What are examples of abiotic factors?

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water, sunlight, temperature, soil

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Define ecosystem.

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A community of living organisms and their interactions with their environment.

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What is the difference between biotic and abiotic factors?

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Biotic factors are living components, while abiotic factors are non-living components of an ecosystem.

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Give an example of how biotic factors can affect abiotic factors.

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Plants (biotic) can influence soil quality (abiotic) through their root systems.

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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.