Ecosystems
Abiotic is non-living, biotic is a living element in an ecosystem
What is groundwater?
fresh water that exists underground, filling the tiny spaces and cracks in soil, sand, gravel, and rock formations.
What is an organism?
any individual living thing, such as an animal, plant, fungus, or bacteria
What is an example of something water treatment removes from water ?
dirt, bacteria, chemicals, and gases.
Water treatment improves water quality by removing contaminants to make it safe and suitable for a specific purpose, such as drinking, industrial use, or returning it to the environment
Explain the relationship between predator and prey.
The predator-prey relationship is an ecological interaction where one organism (the predator) hunts and kills another organism (the prey) for food, which is essential for their survival and affects both populations.
Name 3 parts of the water cycle.
The parts of the water cycle include evaporation, transpiration, condensation, precipitation, runoff, and infiltration
What is ecology?
The study of the relationship between living things and their environment, including their interactions with each other and NON-LIVING factors in their environment
Why are polar ice sheets important ?
they contain most of Earth's fresh water, influencing global sea levels and acting as global water towers, and their climate records provide invaluable data for understanding past and future climate change. They also play a role in supporting ecosystems through freshwater runoff and are crucial for scientific understanding of climate tipping points.
What is mutualism? Include an example.
A relationship between two different organisms where both species benefit. This relationship is a type of symbiosis, which describes any close and long-term interaction between different species. Examples include bees and flowers, where the bee gets food (nectar) and the flower gets its pollen spread.
Explain sustainability.
Sustainability means taking care of the Earth and its resources so there's enough for the future. It's about making smart choices today, like using less water or recycling, so that nature and resources aren't used up and continue to be available for them and everyone else later on.