Biotic vs. Abiotic Components
6th Grade · Science · 30 min· 6.ls.4
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Learning Objective
I can differentiate between biotic and abiotic components in an ecosystem.
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Biotic factors are the living parts of an ecosystem, including animals, plants, and bacteria.
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Abiotic factors are the nonliving parts of an ecosystem, such as soil, water, temperature, and light.
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Changes in abiotic factors, like a drought or building a dam, can greatly affect the living organisms and overall structure of an ecosystem.
