Ecology Review Sheet

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Omnivore

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

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Give an example of an omnivore.

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A bear is an example of an omnivore.

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Herbivore

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A herbivore is an organism that eats only plants.

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Give an example of a herbivore.

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A cow is an example of a herbivore.

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What are biotic factors in an ecosystem?

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

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Name a biotic factor in an ecosystem.

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Plants

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What are abiotic factors in an ecosystem?

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

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Name an abiotic factor in an ecosystem.

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Sunlight

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Decomposer

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A decomposer is an organism that breaks down dead or decaying organisms.

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Give an example of a decomposer.

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A mushroom