Organisms and Environments

Knowledge and Skills Statement

Organisms and environments. The student understands that ecosystems are dependent upon the cycling of matter and the flow of energy.
Glossary terms and definitions are consistent across kindergarten through high school in the TEKS Guide. The definitions are intended to give educators a common understanding of the terms regardless of what grade level they teach. Glossary definitions are not intended for use with students.

to be influenced or determined by or subject to something or someone else; reliant on something or someone else for support

the biotic and abiotic resources provided to support specific populations in a community