SOL Life Science Review

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What is an abiotic factor?

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An abiotic factor is a non-living component of an ecosystem, such as water, sunlight, soil, and temperature.

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What are chromosomes?

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Chromosomes are structures within cells that contain DNA and carry genetic information.

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What is competition in ecology?

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Competition occurs when two or more organisms or populations rely on the same limited resources, leading to a struggle for survival.

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How does temperature affect cricket chirping?

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Generally, as the temperature increases, the frequency of cricket chirping also increases.

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What is a characteristic of organisms in the Plant Kingdom?

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Organisms in the Plant Kingdom typically make their own food through photosynthesis.

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll.

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What is a food chain?

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A food chain is a linear sequence of organisms through which nutrients and energy pass as one organism eats another.

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What is an ecosystem?

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

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What is a habitat?

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A habitat is the natural environment in which an organism lives, including all biotic and abiotic factors.

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What is a producer in an ecosystem?

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A producer is an organism that can make its own food, typically through photosynthesis, and serves as a food source for consumers.