Ecosystem Interactions Flashcard

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What is an ecosystem?

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An ecosystem is a community of living organisms (biotic factors) interacting with their physical environment (abiotic factors) in a specific geographic area.

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What are biotic factors?

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Biotic factors are the living components of an ecosystem, such as plants, animals, and microorganisms.

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What are abiotic factors?

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

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What is a food chain?

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A food chain is a linear sequence that shows how energy and nutrients flow from one organism to another in an ecosystem.

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What is a community in ecological terms?

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A community is a group of different species living together in a specific area, interacting with each other.

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What is a population?

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A population is a group of individuals of the same species living in a specific area.

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What is the role of producers in an ecosystem?

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Producers, such as plants, convert sunlight into energy through photosynthesis, forming the base of the food chain.

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What is the role of consumers in an ecosystem?

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Consumers are organisms that obtain energy by eating other organisms; they can be herbivores, carnivores, or omnivores.

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What is an adaptation?

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An adaptation is a characteristic or trait that enhances an organism's ability to survive and reproduce in its environment.

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How do abiotic factors affect biotic factors?

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Abiotic factors, like climate and soil quality, influence the growth, survival, and reproduction of biotic factors.