Luokat: Kaikki - light - temperature - soil - air

jonka CHIA BING XUAN N/A 9 vuotta sitten

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Characteristics of the Environment (2)

The environment is characterized by several critical factors that are essential for the survival and well-being of organisms. Water must be available in sufficient quantities as it is vital for life processes.

Characteristics of the Environment (2)

Characteristics of the Environment (2)

Light

Plants need light for photosynthesis and some animals need light to keep them warm

Water

Must be sufficent

Food

Predator
Prey

Other Organisms

Disease-causing organisms
in suitable conditions they can spread and kill entire populations
Plants
Man
Hunts animals
Decomposer
Break down dead matter into simpler substances

Temperature

When too cold, water in the habitat will freeze, thus organisms will lose their sources of water and will die due to lack of water or will lose too much heat and die
When too high, organisms lose too much water and will thus die due to the heat

Air

Has to be sufficent

Soil

Sandy (good oxygen supply, very dry)
Garden (fertile, not too dry or wet)
Clayey (wet, poor oxygen supply)