12 Questions
Ecology is the study of how organisms interact with one another and their physical environment.
True
The word 'ecology' is derived from the two Greek words 'logos' and 'bios'.
False
The biosphere is the smallest level of organization in the spectrum of life.
False
An ecosystem includes only populations and communities, excluding habitats and environments.
False
A community refers to a group of organisms of different kinds inhabiting a specific habitat.
False
Organisms interact only with biotic factors in their environment.
False
An ecosystem consists only of living organisms.
False
Homeostasis refers to a stable state of equilibrium in an ecosystem.
True
Forest denudation can lead to flooding and landslides in affected communities.
True
Frogs are the natural prey of mosquitoes.
False
Cutting down trees does not affect water run-off and leaching in mountain areas.
False
Biosphere is the world where only humans exist.
False
Learn about the meaning of ecology and how organisms interact with each other and their physical environment. Explore the relationship between individuals and their surroundings, and understand how the distribution and abundance of organisms on Earth are influenced by both living and nonliving factors.
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