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Grade 7: Q4, Seq 2
Limiting Factors in Ecosystems
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| invasive species | an alien (non-native to the ecosystem) species, usually brought to an area by humans, that competes for resources and causes problems for the native species within an ecosystem |
| limiting factor | biotic or abiotic factor that restricts the growth of a population |
| carrying capacity | the maximum number of organisms an ecosystem can support |
| impact | the effect on something |
| population | a group of organisms belonging to the same species that live in the same area and interact with one another |
| physical environment | space, water, shelter, etc. |
| seasonal variation | changes in season |