This document discusses ecology and the interactions between organisms and their environment. It lists examples of predators and their prey, such as eagles preying on snakes. It defines the biosphere as the part of Earth where life exists, including biotic and abiotic factors. Abiotic factors like sunlight, water, air and soil are essential for life and examples are given. An activity is described to illustrate the role of abiotic factors like sunlight, air, water and soil in photosynthesis and respiration.