Multiple Choice
Which of the following is NOT a way that energy-producing technologies can impact aquatic viability?
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48. Ecology
Introduction to Ecology
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Which of the following is one way to classify mud found in an ecosystem?
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As a producer
B
As a decomposer
C
As a primary consumer
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As an abiotic component
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Understand the concept of abiotic components: Abiotic components are non-living elements in an ecosystem, such as soil, water, air, temperature, and minerals. These components play a crucial role in supporting living organisms and maintaining ecosystem balance.
Analyze the options provided: Producers, decomposers, and primary consumers are all biotic components, meaning they are living organisms. Producers (e.g., plants) create energy through photosynthesis, decomposers (e.g., fungi and bacteria) break down organic matter, and primary consumers (e.g., herbivores) feed on producers.
Identify the nature of mud: Mud is a mixture of soil, water, and organic matter. While it may contain living organisms, the mud itself is considered a non-living entity, making it an abiotic component of the ecosystem.
Compare mud to the definitions of the options: Mud does not fit the definitions of producer, decomposer, or primary consumer because it is not a living organism. Instead, it aligns with the definition of an abiotic component.
Conclude that mud in an ecosystem is classified as an abiotic component, as it is a non-living factor that contributes to the environment and supports the living organisms within the ecosystem.
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