Ecosystem
A community of organisms and their abiotic environment
An ecosystem is a complex network of living organisms (plants, animals, and microorganisms) interacting with each other and their physical environment. It consists of both abiotic (non-living) and biotic (living) components, such as soil, water, air, sunlight, plants, animals, and microorganisms. Every component of an ecosystem plays a crucial role in maintaining the delicate balance of the system. Organisms rely on each other for various resources, such as food, oxygen, shelter, and reproduction, and the environment provides the conditions for the organisms to survive and thrive. Changes in one part of the ecosystem can affect other components of the system, resulting in a ripple effect that can cause significant impacts on the ecosystem as a whole. Additionally, ecosystems play essential roles in supporting human society by providing resources such as food, water, and timber, as well as ecosystem services such as air and water purification, nutrient cycling, and climate regulation.
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