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Ecosystem
An ecosystem is composed of living(Biotic) and nonliving things in an area.(Abiotic)
Ecosystem is derived from the Greek word oikos, for house, eco-is the combining form meaning environment or habitat.
Abiotic Factors
The nonliving parts of an ecosystem. They include water, minerals, sunlight, air, climate, and soil.
Biotic Factors
The living parts of an ecosystem. They include animals, plants, fungi, protists, and bacteria.
All organisms of a species living in the same area make up its population. All the populations living in an area make up a community
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PUBLIC LAWS A. "Federal Compliance With Pollution Control Standards," B. The Federal Water Pollution Control Act C. The Clean Air Act D. The Resource Conservation and Recovery Act E. The Federal Facility Compliance Act
F. The Toxic Substances Control Act G. The Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation and Liability Act H. The Safe Drinking Water Act I. The Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act
CLASS PROJECT
1. With a partner, you will come up with a
multimedia project. ex. power point presentation, storyboard, a recorded role play( vodcast) or a podcast( song). 2. A copy of the guidelines and rubrics of the project will be given to the students. 3. Clarification and assistance will be given after school.