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ECOSYSTEM#1

A community of living organisms interacting with their physical environment, including both biotic and abiotic components.

ECOLOGY#2

The branch of biology that studies the interactions between organisms and their environment, focusing on relationships and ecosystems.

BIOTIC FACTORS#3

Living components of an ecosystem, such as plants, animals, and microorganisms, that influence the environment.

ABIOTIC FACTORS#4

Non-living physical and chemical elements in an ecosystem, such as sunlight, water, soil, and temperature.

FOOD CHAIN#5

A linear sequence showing how energy and nutrients flow from one organism to another, starting from producers to consumers.

FOOD WEB#6

A complex network of interconnected food chains that illustrates the feeding relationships among various organisms in an ecosystem.

PRODUCERS#7

Organisms, primarily plants, that produce energy through photosynthesis, forming the base of the food chain.

CONSUMERS#8

Organisms that rely on other organisms for energy, including herbivores, carnivores, and omnivores.

DECOMPOSERS#9

Organisms, such as fungi and bacteria, that break down dead organic matter, recycling nutrients back into the ecosystem.

ENERGY FLOW#10

The transfer of energy through an ecosystem, typically starting from sunlight, then to producers, and through various consumers.

TROPHIC LEVELS#11

Different levels in a food chain or web, categorized as producers, primary consumers, secondary consumers, etc.

BIODIVERSITY#12

The variety of life in a particular ecosystem, including the number of species and their genetic diversity.

ECOSYSTEM SERVICES#13

Benefits provided by ecosystems to humans, such as clean air, water purification, and pollination.

INTERDEPENDENCE#14

The reliance of organisms on one another for survival, highlighting the connections within ecosystems.

SUSTAINABILITY#15

The ability to maintain ecological balance by using resources wisely to ensure future generations can meet their needs.

CONSERVATION#16

Efforts aimed at protecting and preserving natural resources and biodiversity to prevent ecosystem degradation.

LOCAL ECOSYSTEM#17

The specific ecosystem found in a particular area, encompassing its unique biotic and abiotic factors.

OBSERVATION SKILLS#18

The ability to notice and accurately record details in the environment, crucial for studying ecosystems.

DATA COLLECTION#19

The systematic gathering of information to analyze changes and trends within an ecosystem.

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT#20

The effect of human activities on the natural environment, highlighting the need for responsible practices.

ACTION PLAN#21

A strategic outline detailing steps individuals or groups can take to promote environmental conservation.

NATURAL BALANCE#22

The equilibrium within an ecosystem that ensures stability and sustainability through interactions among organisms.

HANDS-ON PROJECT#23

An interactive learning activity that allows students to apply theoretical concepts through practical experience.

VISUAL REPRESENTATION#24

A graphical or physical depiction of an ecosystem model, aiding in understanding complex interactions.

ECOLOGICAL CONCEPTS#25

Fundamental ideas in ecology that explain how organisms interact with each other and their environment.