Which of these is an example of an abiotic factor?
A creosote plant
B rocky desert soil
C kangaroo rat
D coyote
To identify the example of an abiotic factor, we need to understand what abiotic factors are. Abiotic factors refer to non-living components of an ecosystem. Let's analyze the options provided:
A) Creosote plant: This is a living organism and therefore not an abiotic factor.
B) Rocky desert soil: Soil is a non-living component and considered an abiotic factor.
C) Kangaroo rat: This is a living organism and is not an abiotic factor.
D) Coyote: Similarly, this is a living organism and not an abiotic factor.
So, the correct answer is B) rocky desert soil, as it is a non-living component of the ecosystem.
well, the average rock is hardly biotic.
The rest are all living things, if only plants.