Types

• What is an ecosystem?

  A community of plants and animals
• How do plants and animals interact in an ecosystem?

  They rely on each other and natural resources
• What are terrestrial ecosystems?

  Land-based environments for plants and animals
• What are the three main types of terrestrial ecosystems?

  • Forest
  • Desert
  • Grassland
• What climate do forests typically have?

  Moderate to high rainfall with four seasons
• What type of soil is found in forests?

  Rich in organic matter
• What are key features of desert ecosystems?

  Sparse vegetation and drought-tolerant animals
• What climate do grassland ecosystems typically have?

  Moderate rainfall with warm summers
• What type of soil is found in grasslands?

  Fertile soils
• What dominates grassland ecosystems?

  Grasses and grazing animals
• What are aquatic ecosystems?

  Water-based environments for plants and animals
• What are the two types of aquatic ecosystems?

  • Freshwater
  • Marine
• What is a key feature of freshwater ecosystems?

  Low salt content and diverse species
• What is a key feature of marine ecosystems?

  High salt content and diverse organisms
• How do freshwater ecosystems support biodiversity?

  By providing habitats for fish and plants
• How do marine ecosystems contribute to biodiversity?

  By housing a wide variety of marine animals