10 Questions
What are the living and non-living components of an ecosystem known as?
Biotic and abiotic
Which type of ecosystem is capable of operating and maintaining itself without major interference by man?
Permanent natural ecosystems
What are examples of terrestrial ecosystems?
Forest and desert
What is the main characteristic of natural ecosystems?
They are self-sufficient systems
Which type of ecosystem is characterized by greater temperature fluctuations on both a diurnal and seasonal basis?
Tundra
What distinguishes terrestrial ecosystems from aquatic ecosystems?
Lower availability of water
Which natural ecosystem occupies 28% of the earth’s surface?
Tundra
What components interact with each other in a forest ecosystem?
Trees, soil, animals, and man
In which ecosystem is the availability of light greater compared to aquatic ecosystems?
Tropical rainforests
What is the dominant ecosystem of landforms?
Tundra
Test your knowledge of the types of ecosystems in ecology with this quiz. Learn about the interactions among biotic and abiotic components, and the characteristics of natural and man-made ecosystems.
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