1. Biotic Factors: These are the living components of an ecosystem.
* Examples:
* Plants: Trees, flowers, grasses, ferns
* Animals: Birds, mammals, insects, fish
* Microorganisms: Bacteria, fungi, protozoa
2. Abiotic Factors: These are the non-living components of an ecosystem.
* Examples:
* Sunlight: Provides energy for plants
* Water: Essential for life, affects temperature
* Temperature: Influences plant and animal growth
* Soil: Provides nutrients and support for plants
* Air: Provides oxygen and carbon dioxide