Abiotic component
Abiotic component (pronunciation: /æ.baɪˈɑː.tɪk kəmˈpoʊ.nənt/) refers to the non-living physical and chemical elements in an ecosystem. These components, also known as abiotic factors, can include light, temperature, water, air, soil, and minerals. They influence the structure and organization of biotic components and the ecosystem as a whole.
Etymology
The term "abiotic" is derived from the prefix "a-" meaning "not, without" and the Greek word "bios" meaning "life". The term "component" comes from the Latin "componere" meaning "to put together". Thus, "abiotic component" refers to the non-living parts that make up an ecosystem.
Related Terms
- Biotic component: The living organisms in an ecosystem.
- Ecosystem: A community of living organisms and their non-living environment.
- Habitat: The natural home or environment of an organism.
- Ecology: The branch of biology that deals with the relations of organisms to one another and to their physical surroundings.
See Also
References
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Abiotic component
- Wikipedia's article - Abiotic component
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