On this page, we discuss 14+ abiotic components of the ecosystem and their types. We will also differentiate between biotic and abiotic components.
Understanding the difference between Abiotic and Biotic Factors
- Abiotic components are the physical and/or chemical factors that act on living organisms at any part of their life.
- Biotic components are the living components of an ecosystem, which include plants, animals, as well as fungi and bacteria.
List of 14+ Abiotic Components of the Ecosystem and Types
Aquatic abiotic components:
- water pH,
- sunlight,
- turbidity,
- water depth,
- salinity,
- available nutrients
- dissolved oxygen
Terrestrial abiotic components:
- soil,
- soil types,
- temperature,
- rain,
- altitude,
- wind,
- nutrients,
- sunlight
