What is Life? A Guide to Biology with Physiology
What is Life? A Guide to Biology with Physiology
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ISBN: 9781464157745
Author: Jay Phelan
Publisher: W. H. Freeman
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Chapter 15, Problem 1SA
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Two elements of an organism’s physical or abiotic environment.

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The ecosystem of an organism is consisted of both biotic and abiotic components.

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The abiotic or the physical environment of an organism is consisted of several elements. It includes chemical resources, such as soil, water, carbon, nitrogen, and phosphorus, and physical conditions, including factors such as temperature, salt levels, moisture, humidity, sunlight, and air pressure.

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Hence, it may be concluded that the major elements of abiotic environment of an organism are chemical resources and the physical conditions.

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