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Questions and Answers
What are examples of terrestrial ecosystems?
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?
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?
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?
What is the primary focus of the study of ecosystems?
What is the function of an ecosystem?
What is the function of an ecosystem?
What are examples of aquatic ecosystems?
What are examples of aquatic ecosystems?
How do many ecologists regard the entire biosphere?
How do many ecologists regard the entire biosphere?
What is the primary focus of the study of ecosystems?
What is the primary focus of the study of ecosystems?
What can be considered as man-made ecosystems?
What can be considered as man-made ecosystems?
What is the size variation of ecosystems mentioned in the text?
What is the size variation of ecosystems mentioned in the text?
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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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.
