Interdependence refers to the reciprocal relationships between organisms within an ecosystem
Symbiotic Relationships are close interactions between two different species where at least one benefits
Interdependence within ecosystems ensures the survival and health of each species through the exchange of resources, services, or protection
Symbiotic relationships are only found in marine ecosystems
False
Predator-prey relationships maintain balance and stability in ecosystems
True
The prey benefits from being eaten by a predator
False
Match the relationship type with its description:
Mutualism ↔️ Both organisms benefit
Commensalism ↔️ One benefits, the other is unaffected
Parasitism ↔️ One benefits, the other is harmed
In commensalism, one organism benefits while the other is harmed
False
Prey populations are controlled by predator activity
True
What are the key stages of the carbon cycle?
Photosynthesis, respiration, decomposition
Which type of symbiotic relationship harms one organism while benefiting the other?
Parasitism
Interdependence contributes to the stability of ecosystems
True
Match the symbiotic relationship with its example:
Mutualism ↔️ Bees pollinating flowers
Commensalism ↔️ Barnacles on whales
Parasitism ↔️ Tapeworms in humans
What is an example of a parasitic relationship?
Ticks feeding on dogs
A predator-prey relationship affects the population dynamics of both the predator and the prey
Interdependence ensures the survival and health of each species involved through the exchange of resources, services, or protection
In mutualism, both species gain necessary resources or services
A predator-prey relationship maintains balance within the ecosystem
Pollution contaminates the environment and harms organisms
True
Mutualism occurs when one organism benefits and the other is harmed
False
Order the types of symbiotic relationships based on their impact on organisms:
1️⃣ Mutualism
2️⃣ Commensalism
3️⃣ Parasitism
What is an example of a mutualistic relationship?
Bees pollinating flowers
Clownfish live among the tentacles of sea anemones in a mutualistic relationship, receiving protection while the anemones receive nutrients from the clownfish's waste
What role do predator-prey relationships play in ecosystems?
Maintaining balance and stability
What is interdependence in ecosystems?
Reciprocal relationships between organisms
What are symbiotic relationships in ecosystems?
Close interactions between species
What happens to the host in parasitism?
Negatively impacted or harmed
Match the ecological process with its description:
Carbon Cycle ↔️ Circulation and transformation of carbon
Food Webs ↔️ Transfer of energy and nutrients
Habitat destruction disrupts symbiotic relationships and food webs