1. Abiotic
Definition: Referring to non-living components in an ecosystem.
What it means to me: Abiotic factors are the physical and chemical aspects of an environment that affect living organisms.
Characteristics: Abiotic factors include temperature, sunlight, soil composition, and pH level.
Photo: [Insert photo of a sunny field with blue sky]
2. Biodiversity
Definition: The variety of different species in an ecosystem.
What it means to me: Biodiversity is important for maintaining a balanced and healthy ecosystem.
Characteristics: Biodiversity provides stability, resilience, and ecological services necessary for human survival.
Photo: [Insert photo of a diverse rainforest with various plants and animals]
3. Carrying capacity
Definition: The maximum number of individuals of a species that an environment can sustain.
What it means to me: Carrying capacity determines the population size an ecosystem can support without degradation.
Characteristics: Carrying capacity is influenced by available resources, competition, predation, and environmental conditions.
Photo: [Insert photo of a herd of grazing animals in a grassland]
4. Climax community
Definition: The final stage of succession in an ecosystem, where a stable and diverse community is established.
What it means to me: Climax community signifies a balanced and self-sustaining ecosystem.
Characteristics: Climax communities have reached their maximum species diversity and ecological maturity.
Photo: [Insert photo of a mature forest with tall trees and various understory plants]
5. Comparison: Food chain vs. Food web
[Insert Venn diagram comparing and contrasting food chains and food webs]
Food Chain:
- Linear representation of energy flow in an ecosystem.
- Shows a single pathway of energy transfer from one organism to the next.
- Photo: [Insert photo of a simple food chain with arrows indicating energy flow]
Food Web:
- Shows the interconnections between multiple food chains in an ecosystem.
- Represents a more complex network of energy flow involving multiple organisms.
- Photo: [Insert photo of a food web with arrows connecting various organisms]
6. Crossword puzzle:
[Create a crossword puzzle using 10 of the vocabulary words]
7. Comic strip:
[Create a comic strip using 4 vocabulary words, with each panel depicting the meaning of a word]
8. Skit:
[Write and perform a skit that explains the meaning of 3 vocabulary words]
9. Jingle:
[Write a jingle for each of the 4 vocabulary words]
10. Letter:
[Write a letter to someone using 5 of the vocabulary words in context]
11. Study guide:
[Create a study guide for each of the 7 vocabulary words, including definition, key points, and importance]
Abiotic Biodiversity Carrying capacity climax community commensalism ecological community competition conservation ecology ecosystem energy pyramid food chain food web global warming keystone species limiting factors nitrogen fixation pioneer species ecological population ecological population primary succession secondary succession tropic level
Vocabulary Choice Board - Complete 3 options below (use different words for each option)
Choose 4 vocabulary words and write an acrostic poem that explains what the word means.
Choose 4 words and write the definition, what that means to you, two characteristics, and a photo.
Choose two vocabulary words to compare and contrast in a venn diagram.
Create a crossword puzzle using 10 of the words
Choose 4 words and create a comic strip describing the meaning
Create a skit that explains the meaning of a 3 words
Choose 4 vocabulary words and write a jingle for each one
Choose five words and use them in a letter to someone
Choose 7 words and create a study guide for each word (Definition, key points, why is is important)
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