2. Identify the components of the biosphere
Q: What are the parts that make up the biosphere?
A:
A. Living Things (Biotic Components):
- Plants (flora) – trees, grasses, crops, flowers
- Animals (fauna) – insects, birds, mammals, fish
- People (humans)
- Microorganisms – bacteria, fungi
B. Non-Living Things Supporting Life:
These are borrowed from the:
- Atmosphere – air (oxygen, carbon dioxide)
- Hydrosphere – water (rivers, lakes, oceans)
- Lithosphere – soil, land, rocks
Note: These non-living things are not part of the biosphere, but they support the biosphere.