LIFE SCIENCE

OBJECTIVE LIFE SCIENCE

ECOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
A non-living factor that affects an ecosystem is called
A
biotic factor
B
biodiversity
C
biosphere
D
abiotic factor
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -An abiotic factor is a non-living part of an ecosystem that shapes its environment. In a terrestrial ecosystem, examples might include temperature, light, and water. In a marine ecosystem, abiotic factors would include salinity and ocean currents. Abiotic and biotic factors work together to create a unique ecosystem.

Detailed explanation-2: -Abiotic factors, also called abiotic components, are those nonliving components that impact the ecosystem, such as water resources.

Detailed explanation-3: -Abiotic factors make up much of the variation seen between different ecosystems. By determining the availability of essential resources such as sunlight, water, oxygen, and minerals, abiotic factors influence which organisms can survive in a given place.

Detailed explanation-4: -Sunlight, air, precipitation, minerals, and soil are some examples of abiotic factors. These factors have a significant impact on the survival and reproduction of species in an ecosystem.

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