Question 7 — Observe two different places - Questions at the end of the chapter - Chapter 12 Class 8 - How Nature Works in Harmony (Curiosity)

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Q 7
Question

Observe two different places near your home or school (e.g., a park and a roadside). List the living and non-living components you see. How are the two ecosystems different?

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A park has more living things; a roadside has fewer and harsher conditions.

Explanation

Place Living components Non-living components
Park Trees, grass, birds, insects, worms Soil, water, sunlight, air
Roadside A few weeds, ants, stray plants Stones, dust, tar, air
  • A park has rich soil and many living things.
  • A roadside is dry, dusty and has fewer organisms.
Different conditions support different living things.
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