Ecology!

Ecology is…

• The study of interactions among organisms and their environments.

What do you think???... How many different species exist on earth??

1.6 Million!!!!

We break everything on earth into 2 categories…

Biotic Abiotic

Living -LivingNot

In your notebook…1- Brainstorm a list of at least 4 abiotic factors that and 4 biotic factors that exist.

2- Finish your pond ecosystem by answering the questions and coloring the parts of the pond that are designated.

3- Design your own ecosystem. Draw a picture of a specific ecosystem. Label the biotic and abiotic factors in your system. You must have at least 5 biotic and 3 abiotic.