Geography GCSE
Abiotic Factors
What Abiotic Factors means in Geography GCSE, as defined for Pearson Edexcel.
Definition of Abiotic Factors
The non-living physical characteristics of an ecosystem, such as climate, soil, and sunlight.
Topics that use Abiotic Factors
- Deciduous woodland ecosystems provide a range of goods and services, some of which are under threat (Pearson Edexcel GCSE)
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Using Abiotic Factors in the exam
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