The distribution and abundance of organisms in an exocsystem depends on the biotic (living) and abiotic (non-living) factors in that system.

In this topic you need to know about the following: -

  • The factors that can affect the organisms in an ecosystem such as temperature, food availability, water availability, shelter, predators and disease.
  • How to use fieldwork techniiques to monitor the organisms in an ecosystem.
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