Biosphere Basics

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Which of the following best defines the biosphere?

The distinct biological communities within ecosystems
The interaction between organisms and their physical environment
The zone on Earth where life exists (correct)
The study of living organisms

What are the components of the biosphere?

Biotic and abiotic factors (correct)
Living organisms and non-living elements
Distinct biological communities and their abiotic surroundings
Plants, animals, and microorganisms

What are ecosystems?

The interactions between organisms within the biosphere
The zone on Earth where life exists
The study of biological communities and their abiotic surroundings
Specific areas within the biosphere where living organisms interact with each other and their physical environment (correct)

What do biotic factors refer to?

Living organisms (D) Signup and view all the answers

What do abiotic factors include?

Non-living elements (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the biosphere?

The zone on Earth where life exists (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the biosphere in supporting life?

Providing a habitat for organisms (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of an abiotic factor?

Air (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the definition of an ecosystem?

A specific area within the biosphere where living organisms interact with each other and their physical environment (B) Signup and view all the answers