An Ecosystem Contains

question 75

Multiple Choice

An ecosystem contains

• A) only the biotic (living) components of the environment.
• B) only the abiotic (nonliving) components of the environment.
• C) only the energy flow components of an environment.
• D) both the living organisms and the abiotic components of the environment.
• E) only the food relationships found in an environment.

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Definitions:

Skepticism

An attitude of doubt towards claims lacking empirical evidence or inherent plausibility, often requiring critical thinking and questioning before acceptance.

Kant

Immanuel Kant was a German philosopher who is a central figure in modern philosophy and is known for his contributions to epistemology, ethics, and aesthetics.

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