Question

Why are crop fields known as artificial ecosystems?

Answer 1

Crop fields:

1. Crop fields are known as artificial ecosystems because they are manmade where certain biotic and abiotic components are manipulated.
2. A crop field is an ecosystem where the plants such as rice, wheat, vegetables, etc. are grown.
3. Farmers employ the relationship between the abiotic factors and producers.
4. For example, when they add manure to their farm they increase the abiotic factors (nutrients) required for the growth of their plants.