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ZIMSEC O-Level Biology

8.10.1Ecosystems

Ecosystems in ZIMSEC O-Level Biology: what the syllabus expects you to know, the learning objectives and how to practise.
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Overview

Form 3.

Learning objectives

What the syllabus expects you to be able to do.

  1. 8.10.1.1Define an ecosystem and list its physical and biological components.
  2. 8.10.1.2Describe the role of soil in ecosystems, its biological components (litter, earthworms, nematodes, termites, fungi, bacteria, humus) and their functions.
  3. 8.10.1.3Compare clay, loam and sandy soils by experiment (particle size, aeration, water-holding capacity, drainage, leaching, pH).

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  • Ecosystems and soil

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Ecosystems: sample question

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Which type of soil is made mostly of the largest mineral particles?

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