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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.