10 Questions
What is the major difference between biotic and abiotic elements in an ecosystem?
Biotic elements are living, while abiotic elements are non-living
Which category do terrestrial ecosystems belong to?
Land
What type of forest ecosystems are classified based on their climates?
Tropical rainforests
In which zone can you find deciduous and coniferous forest ecosystems?
Temperate zones
What makes tropical rainforests more diverse in flora and fauna compared to other ecosystems?
The very moist and warm climate
What is the characteristic of coniferous trees that allows them to remain green all year?
The needles are well adapted to the cold environment and do not lose as much water
Which type of forest experiences seasons with animals that either migrate or hibernate in the cold winter?
Deciduous forests
What is a characteristic of grassland ecosystems?
They have few or no trees, but may contain flowers mixed in with the grasses
Which ecosystem receives less than 10 inches of rain per year and can be extremely hot and windy?
Desert ecosystems
In which ecosystem are prairies, savannas, and steppes mostly located?
Grassland ecosystems
Test your knowledge about the fundamental components of ecosystems, including biotic and abiotic elements, terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems, and the concept of biomes. Explore the interactions between living and non-living elements in natural environments.
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