5 Questions
Which of the following best defines ecology?
The study of the relationships between organisms and the environment
What is an ecosystem?
A network of animal and plant species that depend on each other to sustain life
What does an ecosystem consist of?
All the organisms and nonliving components in a particular area
What is the study of the distributions, abundance, and relationships of organisms called?
Ecology
What is a fundamental classification of biomes based on?
Climatic conditions
Study Notes
Ecology and Ecosystems
- Ecology is the study of the interactions between organisms and their environment.
Ecosystems
- An ecosystem is a community of living and non-living components interacting with each other in a specific environment.
- An ecosystem consists of biotic factors (living organisms, such as plants, animals, and microorganisms) and abiotic factors (non-living components, such as water, sunlight, and soil).
Biogeography
- Biogeography is the study of the distributions, abundance, and relationships of organisms.
Biomes
- Biomes are classified fundamentally based on climate.
Test your knowledge on ecological concepts with this quiz! Learn about the relationships between organisms and their environment, the study of distributions and abundance, and the interactions within ecosystems. Challenge yourself and see how well you understand these fundamental ecological concepts.
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