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Ecosystems - Structure, Functions, and Services

ICSE · Class 9 · Environmental Science

Complete topic list for Ecosystems - Structure, Functions, and Services in ICSE Class 9 Environmental Science. Key concepts, sub-topics, and what to focus on for board exams.

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Topics in Ecosystems - Structure, Functions, and Services

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1. Concept and Hierarchy of Ecology

  • Ecology is the branch of science studying interactions between living organisms and their physical environment, and their interdependence maintaining ecological balance.
  • The term ecology was first used in 1866 by Ernst Haeckel.
  • Ecology is derived from Greek words: oikos meaning house or environment, and logos meaning study.
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2. Habitat and Ecological Niche

  • Habitat is the natural place where an organism lives and gets food, water, shelter, and suitable conditions.
  • Habitat refers to the physical surroundings such as a forest, desert, pond, or ocean.
  • Ecological niche is the functional role or position of an organism within its habitat.
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3. Ecological Disturbance and Threats

  • Ecosystem threats are long-term pressures causing permanent damage to ecosystems and biodiversity.
  • Major threats include habitat destruction, over-exploitation of resources, pollution, climate change, and invasive species.
  • These threats cause loss of species, disruption of food chains, reduced ecosystem services, and ecological imbalance.
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4. Types of Natural Ecosystems

  • Ecosystems are broadly classified into terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
  • Forests are classified into tropical forests, temperate forests, and taiga forests.
  • Grasslands are classified into tropical grasslands and temperate grasslands.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Ecosystems as interacting systems of living organisms and the physical environment that maintain ecological balance, provide services, and have limits such as carrying capacity and threshold levels

EcologyHabitat and ecological nicheEcosystem threatsTypes of natural ecosystemsForest ecosystemGrassland ecosystemExtreme ecosystemsCoastal and marine ecosystems

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What are the important topics in Ecosystems - Structure, Functions, and Services for ICSE Class 9 Environmental Science?
Ecosystems - Structure, Functions, and Services covers several key topics that are frequently asked in ICSE Class 9 board exams. Focus on the core concepts listed on this page and practise related questions to build confidence.
How to score full marks in Ecosystems - Structure, Functions, and Services — ICSE Class 9 Environmental Science?
Understand the core concepts first, then work through the 80 practice questions available for this chapter. Revise formulas and definitions regularly, and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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