Ecology Notes

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            - lionsAutotrophs 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.___________________________________________________________Q: What are some examples of biotic features?A: Deer, turtle, fish, frogs, flowers, bugs, trees, etc.

The Ecology Unit