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Which of the following best defines ecology?
Which of the following best defines ecology?
- The preservation of the environment through the use of renewable resources
- The study of matter and its transformation in ecosystems
- The responsible use of resources to meet present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs
- The study of interactions between living organisms and their environment (correct)
What is the significance of sustainability?
What is the significance of sustainability?
- Promotes social equity, safeguards natural resources, ensures energy efficiency
- Preserves the environment, ensures long-term economic stability, promotes social equity (correct)
- Ensures long-term economic stability, promotes social equity, safeguards natural resources
- Preserves the environment, promotes social equity, ensures energy efficiency
What are biogeochemical cycles?
What are biogeochemical cycles?
- The flow of energy in ecosystems
- Pollution and contamination of ecosystems
- The role of matter in ecosystems
- Processes that recycle elements between living organisms and their environment (correct)
What is the difference between renewable and non-renewable energy?
What is the difference between renewable and non-renewable energy?
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What is energy efficiency?
What is energy efficiency?
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Which of the following is NOT a major component of an ecosystem?
Which of the following is NOT a major component of an ecosystem?
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What are the two major types of living things in an ecosystem?
What are the two major types of living things in an ecosystem?
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Which of the following is NOT an example of an abiotic component?
Which of the following is NOT an example of an abiotic component?
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What is the main function of abiotic components in an ecosystem?
What is the main function of abiotic components in an ecosystem?
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What is the definition of an ecosystem?
What is the definition of an ecosystem?
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