12 Questions
What aspect of an ecosystem is responsible for providing the stage on which the drama of life unfolds?
Abiotic factors
Which of the following is an example of a biotic factor in an ecosystem?
Deer
What is the term for the variety of different species present in an ecosystem?
Biodiversity
What is the term for the specific job or role that a species occupies in an ecosystem?
Ecological niche
What occurs when two animals want to live in the exact same 'home' and have the same 'job'?
Competition
What is the term for a group of interacting plants and animals in an area?
Community
What is the primary focus of ecology as a scientific study?
The interactions among organisms and their environments
What is the main difference between a habitat and a community?
A habitat is where a species lives, while a community is where multiple species interact
What is the best analogy for an ecosystem?
A neighborhood with its houses, parks, and wildlife
What is the key characteristic of an ecological community?
It is a sum of all living organisms sharing a particular space
What is the purpose of studying the interactions among organisms and their environments in ecology?
To understand how organisms influence each other and are affected by their surroundings
What is the main similarity between a habitat and a home?
Both provide shelter and comfort
Learn about the fundamentals of ecology, including the interactions between organisms and their environments, and the concept of habitat as a species' comfort zone. Understand how ecologists study these intricate relationships to gain insights into the natural world. Get started with this quiz!
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