Changes in non-living factors (abiotic factors) can have big and sometimes harmful effects on living things (biotic factors) in ecosystems.

Non-living factors include things like:

• Temperature
• pH (how acidic or basic something is)
• Moisture (how wet or dry it is)
• Sunlight
• Soil makeup

When things like temperature change (like when climate change makes it warmer) or when there are changes in rainfall (like during drought), it can put a lot of stress on living organisms.

Major Impacts:

1. Temperature Changes:

   • Every living thing has a certain temperature range it needs to survive. If it gets too hot or too cold, it can cause stress, lead to fewer babies, or even cause death.
   • Solution: We can help by protecting habitats so that plants and animals can move to places that are better for them.

2. Water Availability:

   • Changes in rain patterns can lead to droughts (less water) or flooding (too much water). This can hurt water quality and the quantity of water in rivers and lakes.
   • Solution: Using smart ways to manage water can help us deal with less water.

3. Soil Composition:

   • Pollution or erosion (when soil washes away) can change the soil. This can hurt how well plants grow, which then affects animals that eat those plants and the whole food chain.
   • Solution: Projects that focus on improving soil health and stopping erosion can really help.

Conclusion:

The relationship between non-living factors and living things is very important for keeping ecosystems stable. Sadly, human activities are making these problems worse for living communities. There are solutions, but they need teamwork from people, governments, and organizations.

If we don’t take action, our ecosystems could keep getting worse, and many species could go extinct. Recovery will be tough, but if we work together and raise awareness, we can help these connected systems thrive again.