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Which of the following correctly defines biotic factors in an ecosystem?
Which of the following correctly defines biotic factors in an ecosystem?
- All nonliving things in an ecosystem.
- Elements like temperature and rocks.
- All living things that inhabit an ecosystem. (correct)
- Only plants and animals that are present.
What distinguishes abiotic factors from biotic factors?
What distinguishes abiotic factors from biotic factors?
- Abiotic factors include only water and air.
- Abiotic factors have never been alive. (correct)
- Abiotic factors can interact with other living things.
- Abiotic factors are always moving and changing.
Which of the following is NOT an example of an abiotic factor?
Which of the following is NOT an example of an abiotic factor?
- Rocks
- Bacteria (correct)
- Temperature
- Sunlight
Why are both biotic and abiotic factors essential for an ecosystem?
Why are both biotic and abiotic factors essential for an ecosystem?
What is the primary role of abiotic factors in an ecosystem?
What is the primary role of abiotic factors in an ecosystem?
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Biotic Factors
Biotic Factors
All the living things in an ecosystem, like plants, animals, fungi, and bacteria.
Abiotic Factors
Abiotic Factors
All the non-living things in an ecosystem, like water, air, rocks, light, and temperature.
Biotic and Abiotic Interactions
Biotic and Abiotic Interactions
The way living (biotic) things interact with non-living (abiotic) things in an ecosystem.
Isolated Organisms
Isolated Organisms
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Components of an Ecosystem
Components of an Ecosystem
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Study Notes
Ecosystem Components
- Ecosystems have two main components: biotic and abiotic factors.
- Biotic factors are living things (plants, animals, fungi, bacteria).
- Abiotic factors are non-living things (water, air, rocks, light, temperature).
- Biotic and abiotic factors constantly interact.
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Explore the fundamental components of ecosystems through this quiz. Understand the distinction between biotic and abiotic factors and their interactions. This quiz covers key concepts essential for studying ecology.
