Question

The functional unit of biosphere which plays a major role in balancing and maintaining equilibrium in nature is:

• A. Biotic community
• B. Species of plants and animals
• C. Ecosystem
• D. Biome

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Ecosystem

The functional unit of biosphere which plays a major role in balancing and maintaining equilibrium in nature is called ecosystem. It is a community of living organisms (plants, animals and microbes) in conjunction with the nonliving components of their environment (air, water, minerals and soil) interacting as a system.