Ecosystems Flashcards
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Definition of an ecosystem
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An ecosystem can be described as the interactions of the living (biotic) and non-living (abiotic) parts of a given area.
Ecosystems are an interaction between the living and non-living parts.
2
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What are the abiotic parts to an ecosystem?
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The abiotic are chemical and physical factors in the environment e.g. temperature, light intensity and water.
3
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What are the biotic parts to an ecosystem?
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The biotic are all the plants and animals in the habitat including any microscopic organisms like bacteria or fungi.
