Question

Water would be an example of __________, whereas the water cycle would be an example of __________.

Answer 1

The correct answer is B. An ecosystem resource; an ecosystem service

Explanation:

In ecosystems, a resource refers to any substance, material, object, etc. that is necessary for the biological processes of organisms, for example, breathing, growth, reproduction or nutrition. In this way, water is an example of an ecosystem resource because this natural resource is necessary for the life of almost all organisms. On the other hand, an ecosystem service refers to natural processes and systems that benefit humans, in the case of water cycle this is an example of an ecosystem service because due to this, humans get potable water to drink, water for growing plants and animals, among others.