GEOGRAPHY - Deciduous Woodlands

GSCE Geography Year 9 Topic

What does the term ‘abiotic’ mean?

The physical, non-living environment, such as water, wind and oxygen.

What does the term ‘biotic’ mean?

The living organisms found in an area.

What are the abiotic characteristics of deciduous woodlands?

• seasons

• sunlight

• rain

• soil

What are the biotic characteristics of deciduous woodlands?

• plants

• animals

• fungi

Name the structures contained in a deciduous woodland, descending from highest to lowest.

• emergent

• canopy

• understorey

• shrub layer

• forest floor