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Explain the structure and function of ecosystem |
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Answer» The structure of an ecosystem is basically a DESCRIPTION of the organisms and physical features of ENVIRONMENT including the amount and distribution of nutrients in a particular habitat. It ALSO provides information REGARDING the range of climatic conditions prevailing in the area. In the structural point of view ecosystem is divided into:
An ecosystem is a discrete structural, functional and life sustaining environmental system. The environmental system consists of biotic and abiotic components in a habitat. Biotic component of the ecosystem includes the living organisms; plants, animals and microbes whereas the abiotic component includes inorganic matter and energy. Abiotic components provide the MATRIX for the synthesis and perpetuation of organic components (protoplasm). The synthesis and perpetuation processes involve energy exchange and this energy comes from the sun in the form of light or solar energy |
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