The Chemical and Physical Components of an Ecosystem are Considered

Question

The chemical and physical components of an ecosystem are considered to be ________ or nonliving.
A) abiotic
B) biota
C) biotic
D) abalone

Accepted Answer

The term "abiotic" refers to nonliving components of an ecosystem, such as water, air, rocks, and minerals. "Biotic" refers to living components, such as plants, animals, and microorganisms. "Biota" is another term for all living organisms in an ecosystem. "Abalone" is a type of sea snail and is not relevant to the question.