What are the two main components of habitats?

Biotic components (living things like plants and animals) and abiotic components (non-living things like air, water, and soil).

Fill in the blank: A population is a group of ___ of the same species living together in a specific area.

Organisms

True or False: The presence or absence of one species can significantly impact the entire ecosystem.

True

What is the role of decomposers in an ecosystem?

Decomposers break down dead organic matter, recycling nutrients back into the soil and preventing waste accumulation.

Fill in the blank: The process of transferring pollen from the stamen to the carpel is called ___.

Pollination

Riddle: I am essential for plant reproduction and helped by insects, yet I am often unseen. What am I?

Pollen

What happens to ecosystems when key species are removed, such as through overfishing?

Ecosystem instability occurs when key species are removed.

• Balance disruption affects species.

• Some populations may explode.

• Leads to overall ecosystem decline.

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of consumer? 
A) Herbivore 
B) Carnivore 
C) Producer 
D) Omnivore

C) Producer

Fill in the blank: An ecosystem is a complex network of ___ and ___ components interacting with one another.

Biotic, abiotic

True or False: All organisms in a community have the same role and function.

False: Every organism plays a unique role, contributing to the community's balance.

Riddle: I help maintain balance, yet I thrive on decay. What am I?

A decomposer

What is one major threat to ecosystems caused by human activities?

Deforestation, pollution, and overexploitation of resources are major threats to ecosystems.