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2.1.4. Types of ecosystem
2.1.4. Types of ecosystem
• Natural ecosystem (Open ecosystem)
• Artificial ecosystem (Closed ecosystem)
Natural ecosystem:
They are self regulating system without direct human interference and manipulations. Eg: Ponds, lakes, rivers, seas, oceans, forests, grasslands
Artificial ecosystem:
There are manmade ecosystems which can be controlled and managed Eg: Aquarium, ponds, etc. Other terminologies used are
The biosphere: It is a major ecosystem and comprises all other ecosystem.
Mega ecosystem: Marine ecosystem -Oceans, seas, estuaries, backwaters etc.
Limnetic ecosystem: Fresh water ecosystem - Ponds, pools, lakes, rivers, streams etc.
• Natural ecosystem (Open ecosystem)
• Artificial ecosystem (Closed ecosystem)
Natural ecosystem:
They are self regulating system without direct human interference and manipulations. Eg: Ponds, lakes, rivers, seas, oceans, forests, grasslands
Artificial ecosystem:
There are manmade ecosystems which can be controlled and managed Eg: Aquarium, ponds, etc. Other terminologies used are
The biosphere: It is a major ecosystem and comprises all other ecosystem.
Mega ecosystem: Marine ecosystem -Oceans, seas, estuaries, backwaters etc.
Limnetic ecosystem: Fresh water ecosystem - Ponds, pools, lakes, rivers, streams etc.
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