The Biosphere: Life on Earth - Interactive Learning Quizzes

Question 1

The process by which living organisms convert sunlight into chemical energy stored in food is called:

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Photosynthesis

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Respiration

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Transpiration

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Excretion

Question 2

Which of the following factors does NOT affect the distribution of organisms in the biosphere?

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Government regulations

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Climate

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Water availability

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Soil characteristics

Question 3

Which of the following is a characteristic of a healthy ecosystem?

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High biodiversity

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Low productivity

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Frequent disturbances

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Accumulation of toxic substances

Question 4

The layer of the Earth's atmosphere where most life exists is called the:

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Troposphere

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Stratosphere

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Mesosphere

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Thermosphere

Question 5

The concept that living organisms can adapt and change over time in response to their environment is called:

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Evolution

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Natural selection

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Mutation

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Adaptation

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The term 'biodiversity' primarily refers to:

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The range of life forms on Earth

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The count of unique species within an ecosystem

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The genetic diversity within a species

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The global dispersion patterns of species

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Which of these is NOT a significant challenge facing the biosphere?

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Solar flares

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Climate change

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Pollution

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Overpopulation

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT a defining characteristic of the biosphere?

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Is an isolated system with no exchange of matter or energy

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Contains all living organisms

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Encompasses the atmosphere, hydrosphere, and lithosphere

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Harbors diverse ecosystems

Question 9

The specific function that an organism serves within its ecosystem is referred to as its:

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Niche

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Habitat

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Population

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Community

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT a level of organization within an ecosystem?

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Genus

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Individual organism

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Population

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Ecosystem

Question 11

What is the process by which plants utilize sunlight to generate chemical energy?

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Photosynthesis

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Metabolism

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Cellular respiration

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Glycolysis

Question 12

Which type of organism consumes plants or algae as its primary food source?

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Grasshopper

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Snake

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Eagle

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Fox

Question 13

What term best describes the diversity and variation of living organisms within an ecosystem?

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Biodiversity

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Biosphere

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Ecosystem stability

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Population

Question 14

What is the primary role of decomposers in an ecosystem?

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To decompose dead organisms and recycle nutrients

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To produce food for other organisms

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To control the populations of other organisms

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To provide shelter for other organisms

Question 15

Which type of relationship involves two organisms living closely together, with mutual benefit?

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Mutualism

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Competition

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Predation

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Parasitism

Question 16

Which ecological indicator represents the total mass of living matter within a given ecosystem?

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Standing crop

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Productivity

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Carrying capacity

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Diversity index

Question 17

Which of the following is not a component of the biosphere?

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Universe

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Atmosphere

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Hydrosphere

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Lithosphere

Question 18

The process by which plants produce food using sunlight is called:

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Photosynthesis

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Respiration

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Digestion

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Excretion

Question 19

Which of the following is a major biome characterized by dense forests and frequent rainfall?

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Rainforest

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Tundra

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Desert

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Savanna

Question 20

The field of study that focuses on interactions between organisms and their environment is called:

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Ecology

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Biology

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Chemistry

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Physics

Question 21

Which of the following is an example of a symbiotic relationship where both species benefit?

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Mutualism

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Predator-prey

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Parasitism

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Commensalism

Question 22

What is the term used to describe the non-living elements of the biosphere?

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Abiotic factors

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Biota

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Ecosystem

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Population

Question 23

Which of the following is the largest biome on Earth in terms of surface area?

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Ocean

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Tropical rainforest

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Temperate forest

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Grassland

Question 24

What is the biological process through which plants convert sunlight into energy?

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Photosynthesis

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Cellular respiration

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Symbiosis

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Fermentation

Question 25

The field of science that studies the relationships between living organisms and their environment is called:

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Ecology

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Biology

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Chemistry

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Physics

Question 26

In evolutionary theory, what is the name given to the hypothetical ancestor from which all living species are believed to have descended?

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LUCA

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Missing link

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Primordial soup

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Origin of life

Question 27

Which of the following is an example of a keystone species, whose presence or absence significantly impacts an entire ecosystem?

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Sea otter

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Polar bear

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Blue whale

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Lion

Question 28

What is the primary role of decomposers in an ecosystem?

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Breaking down dead organisms and recycling nutrients

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Producing food for other organisms

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Controlling populations of other organisms

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Regulating nutrient cycling

Question 29

How does biodiversity enhance the ability of ecosystems to withstand disturbances?

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It acts as a buffer against environmental changes

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It minimizes competition for resources

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It hinders the spread of diseases

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It consistently boosts the productivity of ecosystems

Question 30

Which of the following is a key interaction between the atmosphere and the hydrosphere?

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Evaporation

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Photosynthesis

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Decomposition

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Respiration

Question 31

Which component is NOT part of the biosphere?

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Outer space

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Atmosphere

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Hydrosphere

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Geosphere

Question 32

The interactions between organisms and their environment, as well as with each other, is known as:

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Ecology

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Ecosystem

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Biotic factors

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Abiotic factors

Question 33

The process by which plants utilize sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose is:

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Photosynthesis

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Cellular respiration

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Chemosynthesis

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Glycolysis

Question 34

A species that has a disproportionately large impact on an ecosystem relative to its abundance is known as a:

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Sea otter

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Lion

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Eagle

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Shark

Question 35

The gradual transformation in the composition of species within an ecosystem over time is known as:

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Succession

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Evolution

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Adaptation

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Symbiosis

Question 36

The field of study that focuses on the interactions between organisms and their environment is:

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Ecology

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Biology

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Chemistry

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Physics

Question 37

Which of the following is a resource that can naturally replenish itself?

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Solar energy

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Oil

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Coal

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Natural gas

Question 38

The ethical value prioritizing the protection of the environment for future generations is known as:

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Intergenerational equity

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Sustainable development

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Environmental conservation

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Biodiversity preservation

Question 39

Which of the following is a characteristic of a terrestrial biome?

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Abundant vegetation

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High rainfall

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Low temperatures

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Saltwater environments

Question 40

What is the process by which nutrients are returned to the soil?

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Decomposition

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Nitrification

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Denitrification

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Transpiration

Question 41

Which of the following is an example of a keystone species?

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Wolves

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Bacteria

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Grass

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Mice

Question 42

What is the main cause of eutrophication in aquatic ecosystems?

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Excess nitrogen and phosphorus

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High levels of dissolved oxygen

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Increased water temperature

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Low sunlight penetration

Question 43

What is the term for the study of the interactions between organisms and their environment?

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Ecology

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Evolution

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Biology

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Chemistry

Question 44

Which of the following is NOT a component of the biosphere?

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Rocks

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Water

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Air

Question 45

Which of the following is a factor that can affect the distribution of organisms in the biosphere?

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Temperature

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Religion

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School size

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Fashion

Question 46

Which of the following is a threat to the biosphere?

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Climate change

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Winning the lottery

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Finding true love

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Good grades

Question 47

What is the process by which plants convert sunlight into energy?

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Photosynthesis

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Respiration

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Fermentation

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Glycolysis

Question 48

Which of the following is a type of ecosystem found in the biosphere?

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Forest

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Galaxy

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Solar system

Question 49

What is the term for the non-living components of the biosphere?

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Abiotic factors

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Biotic factors

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Extraterrestrial factors

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Anthropogenic factors