ENVIRONMENT G1-2

Atmosphere, Lithosphere, Hydrosphere

Living components of an ecosystem that influence dynamics and interactions

Non-living components of an ecosystem that influence structure, function, and dynamics

They interact to create a dynamic environment in which living organisms interact with their surroundings

The process by which plants use sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide to create oxygen and energy in the form of sugar

Light Dependent and Light Independent (Calvin Cycle)

The environment where an organism requires to survive

Neutralism suggests that some species might interact but have negligible effects on each other.

Coevolution refers to the reciprocal evolutionary changes between species due to their close interactions.

Limiting factors are resources that restrict the growth, distribution, abundance, or overall success of a population or organism within an ecosystem.

The categories of limiting factors are density-dependent factors and density-independent factors.

Density-dependent factors are phenomena that affect the size of a population as a response to its volume. They are caused by biological factors.

Density-independent factors are phenomena that affect the size of a population of organisms regardless of their population within an area. They are caused by physical and chemical induced occurrence.

Limits of tolerance are boundaries above and below for environmental factors where species cannot grow and survive.

Environmental resistance is a process in which certain different elements or factors stop or inhibit the growth of species uncontrollably.

Carrying capacity is the maximum population size an environment can support without causing degradation or resource depletion.

Environment refers to both the non-living (abiotic) and living (biotic) surroundings. It signifies the habitat where organisms exist. The environment and organisms are intricate and active elements within nature, and the surrounding conditions that affect organisms. The environment encompasses all the factors surrounding us in a particular time and place. It consists of interconnected systems of physical, biological, and cultural elements. The quality of our living environment needs to be maintained or improved during the rapid development process.

Environmental science is a broad area that integrates approaches and techniques from biology, information science, chemistry, and physics. It investigates the environment and its interaction with external influences such as urban expansion and population increase. It is an interdisciplinary field that includes both scientific and social aspects of human impact on the world. By collecting and scrutinizing environmental data, specialists can gauge the health of soil, the suitability and availability of water, and other elements that impact both inhabitants and the ecosystem.

Ecology is the study of the relationships between living organisms, including humans, and their physical environment. It seeks to understand the vital connection between plants and animals and the world around them. Ecology plays a crucial role in understanding how organisms interact with their surroundings, how they depend on the environment for resources, and how changes in the environment can affect their survival and well-being.

Environmental engineers frequently cooperate with environmental scientists to integrate data into plans that encourage the adoption of cleaner energy and more effective construction practices. They utilize their engineering expertise to design and implement sustainable solutions that minimize the negative environmental impact of energy production and construction activities. By considering factors such as renewable energy sources, energy efficiency, waste management, and pollution control, environmental engineers contribute to creating a more environmentally conscious approach to energy and construction.

The environment consists of interconnected systems of physical, biological, and cultural elements. These systems are interconnected on both individual and collective levels. On the individual level, organisms interact with their immediate surroundings, such as plants absorbing nutrients from the soil or animals hunting for food. On the collective level, these interactions extend to larger scales, such as the way ecosystems function and the impact of human activities on the environment. Understanding these interconnected systems is essential for comprehending the complexity of environmental processes and the need for holistic approaches to environmental management.

Environmental science is an interdisciplinary field that includes both scientific and social aspects of human impact on the world. From a scientific perspective, environmental scientists utilize various scientific disciplines to study and analyze the environment, including biology, information science, chemistry, and physics. They collect data, conduct experiments, and use scientific methods to understand the ecological and physical processes of the environment. From a social perspective, environmental science also considers the social, economic, and political factors that influence human behaviors and their impact on the environment. This holistic approach helps address complex environmental issues and develop sustainable solutions.

By collecting and scrutinizing environmental data, specialists can gauge the health of soil, the suitability and availability of water, and other elements that impact both inhabitants and the ecosystem. For example, soil samples can be analyzed to determine nutrient content, pH levels, and contamination levels. Water samples can be tested for pollutants, pH levels, and temperature. These data provide valuable insights into the overall health and quality of the environment, helping specialists identify potential issues, assess the impact of human activities, and develop appropriate strategies for conservation and management.

Understanding the dynamics, relationships, and processes that influence the distribution and abundance of living organisms within the ecosystem.

Ecologists analyze interactions between organisms and habitats spanning various scales, encompassing investigations such as observing bacteria proliferation within an aquarium to unraveling intricate relationships among myriad plant, animal, and other ecosystems thriving within a desert region.

1. Individual Organisms - Forms the foundation with unique attributes, behaviors, and adaptations for survival and reproduction
2. Population - A group of same-species individuals in a defined area, interacting amid birth, death, and migration influences.
3. Community - Diverse populations of different species coexist, engaging in interactions, life competition, predation, and mutualism, shaping species diversity.
4. Ecosystem - A more inclusive entity comprising living and non-living elements. Energy flows through food chains, while nutrients cycle amid biotic and abiotic components.
5. Biome - Extensive ecological zones marked by shared climate, vegetation, and organisms – encompassing ecosystems like deserts, tundras, and forests.
6. Biosphere - The pinnacle level, encapsulating all Earth’s ecosystems. Encompasses interactions between organisms and various components of Earth’s surface, including the atmosphere, hydrosphere, and lithosphere.

Crust, Mantle, Outer Core, Inner Core

Troposphere, Stratosphere, Mesosphere, Thermosphere, Exosphere

The biosphere refers to all life on Earth and is made up of the parts of Earth where life exists.

The ecosphere is defined as the global ecosystem of planet Earth, formed by all the organisms present in the biosphere and the relationships that are established between them and the environment.