simple definitions

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  • define a habitat
    the place where an organism lives
  • define population
    all the organisms of one species living in a habitat
  • define community
    the populations of different species living together in a habitat
  • abiotic factors
    non-living factors of the environment
  • biotic factors
    living factors of the environment
  • Define ecosystem
    the interaction of a community of living organisms with the non living parts of their environment
  • Organisms compete for resources to survive
  • Name 7 abiotic factors.
    moisture level
    light intensity
    temperature
    carbon dioxide levels
    wind intensity and direction
    oxygen levels
    soil pH and mineral content
  • Name 4 biotic factors.
    New predators
    competition
    new pathogens
    availability of food
  • Any change in environment can have knock-on effects