Ecology Notes

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Ecology is the study of how organisms in an ecosystem interact with each other and their environment.

Ecosystems are systems formed by the interaction of a community of organisms with their environment.

Heterotrophs are organisms that can't make their own food; also known as consumers.

Examples:

- humans

- sheep

- lions

Autotrophs are organisms that can make their own food; also known as producers.

Examples:

- flowers

- trees

- algae

Abiotic = not living thing

Biotic = living thing

Q: What are some examples of abiotic features in the pond ecosystem?

A: Water, soil, rocks, etc.

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Q: What are some examples of biotic features?

A: Deer, turtle, fish, frogs, flowers, bugs, trees, etc.

The Ecology Unit