Question

Some organisms living in a vacant lot include grass, dandelions, mice, grasshoppers, and slugs are collectively represented by

• A. An ecosystem
• B. A community
• C. A population
• D. A mutualism
• E. A biome

Answer 1

The correct option is B A community

Ecosystem is assemblage of biotic (plant and animal species) and abiotic factors of an geographical area and also takes accout of interaction between them. Population is individuals of same species that occupy a specific area. Mutualism is association of organisms wherein both are benefitted while predation refers to feeding on other living organisms. A biome is a large, relatively distinct terrestrial region characterized by a similar climatic conditions, soil type, plants, and animals, regardless of its location on Earth. Community is group of populations of different species living together in a habitat. Grass, dandelions, mice, grasshoppers, and slugs living together in a habitat makes a community. Thus, the correct answer is option B.