Habitats vs Microhabitats

An example of a microhabitat is:

• A pile of dead logs.

• A patch of dry weeds.

• Lichen growth on a rock.

• The Tundra.

How do microhabitats support habitats?

• They provide another copy of the larger habitat.

• They allow organisms a place to seek shelter.

• They hold up the biome and keep it up.

• They provided variety within the biome and have their own distinct factors that support the biome.

What are micro habitats?

• Artificial habitats created by humans

• Large ecosystems like oceans and deserts

• Small spaces where a bunch of plants and animals live

• A type of habitat found only in mountains

Why is it important to be respectful when exploring micro habitats?

• To avoid getting lost

• To keep the habitat clean

• To find more animals

• To ensure the safety and respect of the animals

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An example of an organism that might live in a microhabitat is...

• spider

• fox

• deer

• raccoon

The place where minibeasts live is called a micro-habitat. What does micro mean?

• Very big

• Very large

• Very small

• Very strong

You observe a garden in a schoolyard. Corn, tomatoes, pumpkins, and other crops thrive in the garden. What is most likely true of the soil in this micro-habitat?

• It is dry and frozen

• It is rocky, sandy, and dry

• It is deep, dark, and nutrient rich

• It is thin, acidic, and nutrient poor.

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What is the primary difference between a habitat and a microhabitat?

• A habitat is a large area where organisms live, while a microhabitat is a smaller, specific area within a habitat.

• A habitat is a man-made environment, while a microhabitat is natural.

• A habitat is temporary, while a microhabitat is permanent.

• A habitat is only found in forests, while a microhabitat is found in deserts.

Which of the following is an example of a microhabitat?

• A rainforest

• A desert

• A leaf litter on the forest floor

• An ocean

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How do microhabitats contribute to biodiversity?

• They limit the number of species that can live in an area.

• They provide unique conditions that support different species.

• They reduce the need for larger habitats.

• They create competition among species.

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