Question

Give two examples of each of natural and artificial ecosystems.

Answer 1

Natural ecosystems:

• These ecosystems exist in nature and are self-regulating.
• They do not require the human hand to regulate them and therefore, they are self-sustaining.

Artificial ecosystems:

• These ecosystems are created by humans and are not self-regulating.
• These cannot sustain themselves without the regulation by humans.

Examples:

• Natural ecosystems: forest ecosystems, pond ecosystems
• Artificial ecosystems: aquarium and garden