Understanding Earth Systems and Processes

What is an ecosystem?

• A single plant species

• A community of living organisms and their environment

• A collection of rocks

• A body of water

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Which of the following is a living component of an ecosystem?

• Water

• Soil

• Animals

• Rocks

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What is the main purpose of photosynthesis?

• To produce oxygen and glucose

• To absorb sunlight

• To create soil

• To generate heat

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Which of the following is a product of photosynthesis?

• Water

• Oxygen

• Carbon dioxide

• Nitrogen

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What primarily drives surface ocean currents?

• Earth's rotation

• Wind

• Tides

• Water density

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Which process provides energy to most ecosystems?

• Photosynthesis

• Evaporation

• Decomposition

• Respiration

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What role does ocean circulation play in the Earth's climate?

• It causes earthquakes

• It distributes heat and nutrients

• It only affects the poles

• It creates deserts

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Which of the following is a non-living component of an ecosystem?

• Plants

• Animals

• Microorganisms

• Rocks

What is the chemical equation for photosynthesis?

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Which of the following is NOT part of an ecosystem?

• Soil

• Atmosphere

• Glucose

• Water

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