Explain how/why abiotic factors are important if this is a BIOlogy course? Consider the following to get you thinking…a) Think back to our focus on evolution and natural selection : Explain how abiotic factors, such as temperature, resource availability, soil composition, etc. affect biotic interactions in ecosystems. b) Think back to what you know about food chains and food webs from elementary school...How do you see abiotic and biotic tying in to them?

if your own plato the answer is b. the fern transitioned from sporophyte generation to gametophyte generation.

wild parsnip is a perennial plant which reproduces rapidly in areas which have no sign of agricultural activity such roadside or at no tillage open areas. it's considered invasive because it can inhibit the growth of another plant  and its reproduction is fast. there are several harmful effects of this invasive plant although its taproot is edible since it is a member of the carrot family. wild parsnips can cause skin blistering when in contact because of the chemicals it contains, second it inhibits the growth of other plants, it will restrict the growth of animals when eaten and lastly, it drives away natural pollinators like bees.