CONCEPT MAP
Key Concepts: Key
Vocabulary:
Ecology/Ecosystem Habitat Carrying capacity Competition Biosphere Scavenger Parasite-Host Niche Energy pyramid Biodiversity Producer Consumer Abiotic factor Biotic factor Ecological succession Predator Prey Algae Food chain Food web
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Factors that limit growth of individuals and populations |
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Importance of preserving diversity of species and habitats |
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Topic: Ecology-
Plants and Animals Depend on Each Other and Their Physical Environment |
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Energy flow nutrient cycles space (physical conditions) |
Biodiversity increases stability of the environment |
Mt. St. Helen’s filling of pond’s forest fires |
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Enduring Understanding (s): Biodiversity increases the stability of an ecosystem. There is an interdependence between organisms and their environment. _________________________________________________
Essential Question (s): What are the pros and cons of a farmer who grows one cash crop (corn) vs. a farmer who grows 3 different crops (corn, wheat, and soybeans)? Where is the most stable ecosystem on earth? _______________________________________________________
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