AQA 8461 GCSE Biology: Expedition into the Realm of Ecology
Question 1
Q1. Knowledge Recall (1 mark)
Define the term 'habitat'.
Question 2
Q2. Knowledge Recall (1 mark)
Name two abiotic factors that influence the distribution of plants in an ecosystem.
Question 3
Q3. Knowledge Recall (2 marks)
Distinguish between a food chain and a food web.
Question 4
Q4. Application (2 marks)
Explain how a decomposer contributes to an ecosystem.
Question 5
Q5. Application (3 marks)
Describe the effects of deforestation on biodiversity.
Question 6
Q6. Extended Response (4 marks)
Discuss the importance of sustainable practices in protecting an ecosystem's biodiversity.
Question 7
Q7. Application (2 marks)
Explain how the carbon cycle plays a role in the balance of Earth's atmosphere.
Question 8
Q8. Knowledge Recall (2 marks)
Define the term 'producer' as used in ecology.
Question 9
Q9. Knowledge Recall (1 mark)
Name the three main types of consumers.
Question 10
Q10. Extended Response (3 marks)
Explain how an increase in population size can affect an ecosystem.