Lesson 2:

Characteristics of

a Community


In this lesson, you will explore the meaning of a community and how it applies to diversity within and among species. You will learn about species living together in communities, you will examine factors that affect population, and you will look closely at habitats and niches.


 
 
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In this lesson, you will:

  • learn the meaning of a community
  • learn about habitats and niches
  • learn how a community relates to diversity within and among species



Key terms for this lesson:

  • community
  • population
  • habitat
  • niche