Which of the following is NOT an example of an abiotic component of the ecosystem?

Animal

The correct answer is Option (4)- Animal

Animal is NOT an example of an abiotic component of the ecosystem.

Explanation:

• Ecosystems consist of both biotic (living) and abiotic (non-living) components.
• Soil, Wind, and Rainfall are examples of abiotic components:
• Soil: Non-living component that includes minerals, organic matter, water, and air.
• Wind: Movement of air, a non-living factor affecting the environment.
• Rainfall: Precipitation in the form of rain, a non-living component influencing the water cycle.
• Animal: Animals are living organisms and fall under the category of biotic components in an ecosystem.

In ecosystems, the interactions between biotic and abiotic components play a crucial role in shaping the structure and dynamics of the environment.