Ecosystems Flashcards
1
Q
What is a biosphere?
A
a biosphere is made up of all the living things on eath including fish, fungi and plants. It is made up of the parts of earth where life exists
2
Q
3 parts of the biosphere?
A
- Hydrosphere
- Lithosphere
- Atmosphere
3
Q
List abiotic factors
A
- Water
- Temperature
- Air
4
Q
List Biotic factors
A
- Plants & Trees
- Fish
- Rotting Tree
5
Q
What is the difference between a community and a population?
A
A population is the same species living in the same place at the same time. A community is a mic of different species living in the same place at the same time.
6
Q
What is the role of decomposers?
A
Decomposers are organisms that break down dead matter into minerals and nutrients to be used by plants.
Additional: they play a crucial role in the flow of energy in an ecosystem