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Topic 5 definitions-
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| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Abiotic | An ecological factor that is part of the non-living or physical environment of an organism |
| Anthropogenic factors | Ecological factor arising from human activity that affects the organisms living in an ecosystem |
| Autotrophs | A method of nutrition in which an organism builds up the organic molecules it requires from small inorganic molecules such as carbon dioxide and water. In order to do this, a source of energy is necessary. |
| Biotic | An ecological factor that is part of the living environment of an organism. Biotic factors are determined by living organisms and include predation and competition. |
| Biomass | A term that describes the amount of living material present. |
| Calvin cycle | A biochemical cycle forming part of the light-independent reactions of photosynthesis. |