Ecosystems Flashcard

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What is an ecosystem?

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An area, on land or in water, that contains living and non-living organisms which function together.

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What are abiotic factors?

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Nonliving parts of an ecosystem, such as sunlight, water, and minerals.

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What are biotic factors?

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Living parts of an ecosystem, including plants, animals, and microorganisms.

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How do consumers obtain energy?

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By eating other organisms.

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What is the role of producers in an ecosystem?

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Producers, like plants, create their own food through photosynthesis and provide energy for consumers.

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Give an example of an abiotic factor.

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Sunlight.

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What is the importance of ecosystems to humans?

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They clean the air, provide resources like wood, and are great for recreational activities.

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What is a food chain?

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A sequence that shows how energy and nutrients flow from one organism to another in an ecosystem.

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What is biodiversity?

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The variety of living organisms in an ecosystem, which contributes to its resilience and stability.

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What is a habitat?

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The natural environment where an organism lives, including all biotic and abiotic factors.