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Ecosystem Structure

An ecosystem is a functional unit where organisms interact with each other and the physical environment.

What is stratification in an ecosystem?

Vertical distribution of different species occupying different levels.

Component	Source-backed recall
Terrestrial ecosystems	Forest, grassland and desert
Aquatic ecosystems	Pond, lake, wetland, river and estuary
Man-made ecosystems	Crop fields and aquarium
Global ecosystem	Entire biosphere
Stratification	Vertical distribution of species at different levels; trees, shrubs, herbs and grasses in forest