Ch. 8 Sec. 2 Notes

It helps us predict weather patterns

It allows us to understand ecosystem stability and biodiversity

It is only useful for studying plants

It makes it easier to find new species

A relationship where two different organisms live in close association and at least one benefits.

A relationship where only one organism benefits and the other is always harmed.

A relationship where organisms compete for resources.

A relationship where organisms never interact.

Mutualism

Competition

Predation

Commensalism

Dividing up the niche in time or space

Increasing competition

Expanding their niche

Ignoring other species

It increases

It decreases

It stays the same

It disappears

Camouflage

Warning coloration

Mimicry

All of the above

Bacteria in human intestines

Remoras and sharks

Parasites and hosts

Bees and flowers

Parasitism

Mutualism

Commensalism

Competition

A niche is a location, while a habitat is a role.

A niche is an organism's pattern of use of its habitat, while a habitat is a location.

A niche is a type of species, while a habitat is a community.

A niche is the physical environment, while a habitat is the job of a species.