5 Questions
Who first proposed the term 'ecosystem'?
A.G. Tansley
How did A.G. Tansley define an ecosystem?
A self-sustained community of plants and animals existing in its own environment
According to Odum (1971), what does an ecosystem include?
All the organisms in a given area interacting with the physical environment
How did Michael Allaby (1983) define an ecosystem?
A community of interdependent organisms together with the environment
What is the term used to describe the combination of all ecosystems present on earth?
Biosphere
Test your knowledge about ecosystems with this quiz! Explore the different types of ecosystems and learn about the interactions between living and non-living components. From the origins of the term "ecosystem" to the concept of biosphere, challenge yourself with questions about sustainable development and adaptation in diverse ecosystems.
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