Which one of the following is the best description of the term ldquo ecosystem rdquo ........

Environment and Ecology Concept of Ecosystems

Which one of the following is the best description of the term “ecosystem”?

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UPSC CSP Previous Year Paper (2015)

The unique functional role and position of a species in its habitat

Part of the Earth which is inhabited by living organisms

A community of organisms together with the environment in which they live.

The flora and fauna of a geographical area.

An ecosystem is a community of living organisms in conjunction with the non-living components of their environment, interacting as a system.

The unique functional role and position of a species in its habitat is called its Niche.

Part of the Earth which is inhabited by living organisms is called Biosphere.

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correct answer should be option C on the basis of explanation given

why 3rd option is not right , as in 21st question same option is right for the ecosystem.