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CONCEPT OF ECOSYSTEM

An ecosystem is a community of living organisms and their non-living environment that interact to form a functional unit, consisting of abiotic factors like soil, air, and water, and biotic components such as plants, animals, and microorganisms. Ecosystems provide essential services for human well-being, including food, climate regulation, and recreation, but are threatened by human activities like deforestation and pollution. Understanding and preserving ecosystems is crucial for maintaining planetary health and ensuring sustainability for future generations.

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CONCEPT OF ECOSYSTEM

An ecosystem is a community of living organisms and their non-living environment that interact to form a functional unit, consisting of abiotic factors like soil, air, and water, and biotic components such as plants, animals, and microorganisms. Ecosystems provide essential services for human well-being, including food, climate regulation, and recreation, but are threatened by human activities like deforestation and pollution. Understanding and preserving ecosystems is crucial for maintaining planetary health and ensuring sustainability for future generations.

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CONCEPT OF ECOSYSTEM

An ecosystem is a community of living organisms and their non-


living environment that interact with each other to form a
functional unit. The non-living components of an ecosystem include
abiotic factors such as soil, air, water, and sunlight, while the living
components include plants, animals, and microorganisms.

The non-living components of an ecosystem include abiotic factors such


as soil, air, water, and sunlight, while the living components include
plants, animals, and microorganisms. Each of these components plays a
critical role in the functioning of the ecosystem.

Plants are the primary producers in an ecosystem, using sunlight and


nutrients from the soil to convert carbon dioxide into organic matter
through photosynthesis. These plants provide food and shelter for
animals, which in turn, contribute to nutrient cycling through their waste
and provide pollination services.

Microorganisms, such as bacteria and fungi, play a critical role in nutrient


cycling, breaking down organic matter and releasing nutrients back into
the ecosystem. They also contribute to soil formation and play a role in
disease regulation.

The non-living components of the ecosystem play an equally important


role. Soil provides a medium for plant growth and supports a range of
microorganisms that contribute to nutrient cycling. Air and water provide
essential resources for the ecosystem, with water regulating temperature
and providing habitat for aquatic organisms, while air provides oxygen
for animals to breathe.

Ecosystems can be found in a variety of different habitats, including


forests, grasslands, deserts, and aquatic environments. Each ecosystem is
unique and has its own set of physical and biological characteristics that
define it.
Ecosystems are dynamic and constantly changing. They are subject to
disturbances such as natural disasters, disease outbreaks, and human
activities such as deforestation and pollution. Ecosystems can also adapt
to changing environmental conditions, such as shifts in temperature or
precipitation, through processes such as migration, evolution, and
adaptation.

Ecosystems provide a range of ecosystem services that are critical for


human well-being. These include provisioning services such as food,
fiber, and water, regulating services such as nutrient cycling, climate
regulation, and pollination, supporting services such as soil formation
and nutrient cycling, and cultural services such as aesthetic and spiritual
values, and opportunities for outdoor recreation.

Human activities, such as deforestation, pollution, and climate change,


are putting pressure on ecosystems around the world, threatening the
provision of these ecosystem services. The loss of biodiversity, habitat
destruction, and pollution can have severe negative impacts on
ecosystem health, with knock-on effects on human health and well-
being.

In conclusion, the concept of an ecosystem is based on the idea that


living organisms and their non-living environment interact to form a
functional unit. Ecosystems provide a range of ecosystem services that
are critical for human well-being and are subject to natural and human-
induced disturbances. Understanding and preserving ecosystems is
essential for maintaining the health of the planet and ensuring a
sustainable future for ourselves and future generations.

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