Question

Briefly describe any two abiotic components of the ecosystem.

Answer 1

Abiotic components:

• The non-living part of the ecosystem is called the abiotic component.
• This includes physical environments like soil, water, or air.
• Other examples include inorganic compounds, organic compounds (ammonia), or physical factors like temperature.

1. Physical factors or climatic factors:

• This involves the physical characteristic of an area (temperature, water availability et cetera).
• These factors can directly influence the survival of the organisms.
• For example, water availability can affect the photosynthesis in the plants as they require water to make food.

2. Inorganic compounds:

• These compounds are present in either free or compounded form in nature.
• Examples: Oxygen, nitrogen, hydrogen, and so on.
• Oxygen is crucial for the survival of humans and other animals.