Living Environment

Ecology

Is the scientific study of the real and interactions that living organisms have with respect to each other and their natural environment

Biosphere

Includes all life on Earth

Ecosystem

A community of living organisms interacting in there environment

Abiotic Factors

Non-Living factors like sunlight,temperature,water,air and soil

Biotic factors

Living factors like plants, animals,fungi and bacteria

Producers

Organisms (autotrophs) that convert light energy into chemical energy

Consumers

Organisms (heterotrophs) The feed on producers and other consumers

Decomposers

Organisms like bacteria and fungi that breakdown organic matter

Succession

The natural change in plant life in an ecosystem

Human Impact

Actions like pollution And deforestation, disrupt and impact negatively ecosystems

Ecosystem

A community of living organisms (biotic) interacting with each other and their non-living (abiotic) environment.

Food Chain

Shows how living organisms get their food, starting with a producer and ending with the largest consumer.

Food Web

Shows the flow of energy between organisms in a community. More stable than food chains.

Energy Pyramid

Plants (producers) are at the bottom and contain the most energy. Energy decreases as it moves up the pyramid.

Human Impact

Human activities can negatively impact ecosystems through habitat destruction, pollution, and introduction of non-native species.

Invasive Species

Non-native species that can outcompete native species, disrupting ecosystems.

Carrying Capacity

The maximum population size an environment can support.

Genetic Variation

Mutations can lead to genetic diversity and are changes in the DNA sequence.

Protein Synthesis

Involves transcription (DNA to RNA) and translation (RNA to protein).

Cell Division

Mitosis and meiosis are processes of cell division, contributing to growth and reproduction.

Genetic Engineering

Techniques to modify genes for research, medicine, and agriculture.

Ethical Considerations

Genetic testing and modification raise ethical questions regarding privacy and safety.