Biotic and Abiotic Factors Flashcard

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All the living things in an ecosystem are called ______________________ factors.

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Biotic factors are all the living components of an ecosystem, including plants, animals, and microorganisms.

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Is the following factor Biotic or Abiotic? Insects

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Insects are considered Biotic factors because they are living organisms.

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Is the following factor Biotic or Abiotic? Dirt

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Dirt is considered an Abiotic factor because it is a non-living component of the environment.

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What are Abiotic factors?

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

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What are Biotic factors?

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Biotic factors are the living parts of an ecosystem, including plants, animals, and bacteria.

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Give an example of a Biotic factor in a forest.

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An example of a Biotic factor in a forest is a deer.

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Give an example of an Abiotic factor in a desert.

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An example of an Abiotic factor in a desert is sand.

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What role do Biotic factors play in an ecosystem?

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Biotic factors interact with each other and with Abiotic factors to create a balanced ecosystem.

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What role do Abiotic factors play in an ecosystem?

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Abiotic factors influence the living conditions and survival of Biotic factors.

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Is a tree a Biotic or Abiotic factor?

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A tree is a Biotic factor because it is a living organism.