Ecosystems and Energy
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Ecosystems and Energy

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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?

  • 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?

  • 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?

    <p>Renewable energy can be replenished, while non-renewable energy cannot</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is energy efficiency?

    <p>The ratio of useful energy output to the total energy input</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a major component of an ecosystem?

    <p>Energy flow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the two major types of living things in an ecosystem?

    <p>Eukaryotes and prokaryotes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT an example of an abiotic component?

    <p>Bacteria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of abiotic components in an ecosystem?

    <p>Support biotic components</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the definition of an ecosystem?

    <p>A system consisting of biotic and abiotic components</p> Signup and view all the answers

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