Choose the correct option which of the following are abiotic factors of an ecosystem

Which of the following statements regarding altitude and climate are TRUE? I. Species composition on different sides of a mountain range are often different from each other. II. Rain shadows may appear on one side of a mountain range. III. The higher the altitude, the warmer the climate. IV. Both sides of a mountain range generally receive equal amounts of precipitation. Based on the data in the accompanying figure, which of the following statements are correct? I. Area 1 would be considered a desert because of its high average temperature. II. Area 1 has more average precipitation than Area 2. III. Area 2 would be considered a desert because of its low average precipitation. IV. Area 2 has a larger annual temperature variation. Based on the data in the accompanying figure, which of the following statements are correct? I. Area 1 has more average precipitation than Area 2. II. Area 1 has a higher average temperature than Area 2. III. Both areas have low variation in monthly precipitation. IV. Area 2 has a lower annual temperature variation compared to Area 1.

For example, Remora fish ride other fish and sharks and then eat their leftover food. The sharks and large fish are said not to be affected by the presence of the Remora as they ride them and then eat the leftover food. This interaction would be classed as competitive if Remora fought their hosts for food instead of waiting until they were finished. Adrianne Elizabeth is a freelance writer and editor. She has a Bachelor of Science in Ecology and Biodiversity, and Marine Biology from Victoria University of Wellington in New Zealand. Driven by her love and fascination with all animals behavior and care, she also gained a Certificate in Captive Wild Animal Management from UNITEC in Auckland, New Zealand, with work experience at Wellington Zoo. Before becoming a freelance writer, Adrianne worked for many years as a Marine Aquaculture Research Technician with Plant & Food Research in New Zealand. Now Adrianne's freelance writing career focuses on helping people achieve happier, healthier lives by using scientifically proven health and wellness techniques. Adrianne is also focused on helping people better understand ecosystem functions, their importance, and how we can each help to look after them.