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Ecosystems and Energy Flow Quiz

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What is an ecosystem?

A composite of all local ecosystems on Earth

A man-made environment for aquatic organisms

A functional unit of nature where living organisms interact with each other and the physical environment (correct)

A specific type of forest or sea

What are some examples of terrestrial ecosystems?

Wetland, estuary, and crop fields

Pond, lake, and river

Aquarium, wetland, and forest

Forest, grassland, and desert (correct)

How is the biosphere regarded by many ecologists?

As a global ecosystem, a composite of all local ecosystems on Earth (correct)

As a small and simple ecosystem

As a man-made ecosystem

As a specific type of forest

What is the primary focus when studying the structure of an ecosystem?

<p>To appreciate the input (productivity)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are some examples of aquatic ecosystems?

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Ecosystems

An ecosystem is a community of living and non-living things, such as plants, animals, and microorganisms, that interact with each other in a specific environment.

Terrestrial Ecosystems

Examples of terrestrial ecosystems include forests, grasslands, deserts, and tundras.

Biosphere

The biosphere is regarded by many ecologists as a global ecosystem, encompassing all life on Earth and the environment that supports it.

Structure of an Ecosystem

The primary focus when studying the structure of an ecosystem is on the relationships between different components, including populations, communities, and physical environments.

Aquatic Ecosystems

Examples of aquatic ecosystems include rivers, lakes, wetlands, coral reefs, and estuaries.

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Test your knowledge of ecosystem structure, productivity, decomposition, energy flow, and ecological pyramids with this quiz. Explore the interactions between living organisms and their physical environment, and understand the varying sizes and complexities of ecosystems.