Ecosystems2

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What are abiotic factors?

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Abiotic factors are the non-living parts of the environment that affect living organisms, such as temperature, light, air, water, and soil.

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What are biotic factors?

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

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What is a producer in an ecosystem?

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A producer is an organism, typically a green plant, that can make its own food through photosynthesis and provides energy for consumers.

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What is a consumer in an ecosystem?

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A consumer is an organism that cannot produce its own food and must eat other organisms for energy.

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What is an omnivore?

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An omnivore is an animal that eats both plants and animals.

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What is a carnivore?

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A carnivore is an animal that primarily eats other animals.

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What is a herbivore?

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A herbivore is an animal that primarily eats plants.

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What is a decomposer?

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A decomposer is an organism, such as bacteria or fungi, that breaks down dead organic material, returning nutrients to the soil.

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What is an ecosystem?

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An ecosystem is a community of living organisms interacting with each other and their physical environment.

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What is the role of sunlight in an ecosystem?

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Sunlight is the primary energy source for most ecosystems, enabling photosynthesis in plants.