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Ecosystem Dynamics Quiz

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What are examples of terrestrial ecosystems?

River and estuary

Pond, lake, and wetland

Forest, grassland, and desert (correct)

Crop fields and an aquarium

How do ecologists regard the entire biosphere?

As a man-made ecosystem

As a global ecosystem (correct)

As a composite of all local ecosystems

As a functional unit of nature

Which ecosystems are too much big and complex to be studied at one time?

Aquatic ecosystems

Man-made ecosystems

The entire biosphere (correct)

Terrestrial ecosystems

What is the primary focus of the study of ecosystems?

Structure of the ecosystem Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of an ecosystem?

Where living organisms interact among themselves and with the surrounding physical environment Signup and view all the answers

What are examples of aquatic ecosystems?

Pond, lake, wetland, river, estuary Signup and view all the answers

How do many ecologists regard the entire biosphere?

As a global ecosystem Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary focus of the study of ecosystems?

Structure and function Signup and view all the answers

What can be considered as man-made ecosystems?

Crop fields, aquarium Signup and view all the answers

What is the size variation of ecosystems mentioned in the text?

From a small pond to a large forest or a sea Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Terrestrial Ecosystems

Examples include forests, grasslands, and deserts

Biosphere

Regarded by ecologists as a single, interconnected ecosystem
Many ecologists view the entire biosphere as a single, self-regulating system

Ecosystem Size and Complexity

Large ecosystems, such as landscapes and biomes, are too big and complex to be studied at one time
Ecosystems vary greatly in size, from small (e.g., puddles) to large (e.g., oceans)

Study of Ecosystems

Primary focus is on understanding the interactions between living and non-living components
Focus on understanding how ecosystems function, and how they respond to changes

Ecosystem Function

Converts sunlight into energy through photosynthesis
Supports life by providing resources, such as food, water, and shelter

Aquatic Ecosystems

Examples include oceans, lakes, rivers, and wetlands

Man-made Ecosystems

Examples include agricultural fields, gardens, and urban ecosystems

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Description

Test your knowledge of ecosystem structure, function, productivity, decomposition, energy flow, and ecological pyramids with this quiz. Explore the interactions between living organisms and their physical environment, from small ponds to vast forests and seas.