Using a textbook, define the following Ecology terms: 1. Organism
2. Species
3. Population
4. Community
5. Ecosystem
6. Biome
7. Biotic Factor
8. Abiotic Factor
9. Habitat
10. Niche
Classify the following phrases into one of the categories listed below:
Level of Organization Phrase
Organism
Population
Community
Ecosystem
A. Phrases:
1. There were Monarch Butterflies, finches, and bumble bees in the field.
2. Afamily of raccoons was near thegarbage cans last night.
3. The water at the lake was so clear that perch, bass and pike could be seen.
4. The lonely deerwas quietly nibbling grass.
5. There were many types of birds eating berries fromthe tree.
6. In the clear water around a coral reef, clownfish could be seen swimming among the stinging tentacles of the sea anemones.
7. Ababy bird that must have fallen out of its nest lay on the ground.
8. Many black bearscould be seen hanging around the campsight.
B. Along with the other student at the table, add aphrase to each level of organization.
C. Compare and Contrast a Habitat and a Niche using your project ecosystem.
Habitat Niche

Organism-refers to a living thing that has an organized structure.

Species-is a set of organisms adapted to a particular set of resources

Population-A group of individuals that belong in the same species and live in the same area.

Community-organisms in groups that eat one another and that are eaten by one another.

Ecosystem-a biological community of interacting organisms and their physical environment.

Biome-a large naturally occurring community of flora and fauna occupying a major habitat, forest or tundra.

Biotic Factor-are living or once-living organisms in the ecosystem.

Abiotic Factor- refer to non-living physical and chemical elements in the ecosystem.

Habitat-the natural home or environment of an animal, plant, or other organism.

Niche-a comfortable or suitable position in life or employment.

Explanation:

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