Question

Ecological Concepts

We have learned a lot of important ecologicalconcepts this unit. Briefly explain TWOof the following ecological concepts and provide anexample for each you described. I expect more thanjust a sentence for each; demonstrate depth, breadth andapplication in your responses.

Ecological succession - include what it is andthe difference between primary and secondary

One-way flow of energy between trophic levels -what does this mean and address why energy is not cycled likenutrients

Limiting factors - what are they and providetwo specific examples

Carrying capacity - what is it and how it maybe affected over time