Earthworms live in many grass and forest ecosystems, and they aerate the soil as they burrow. They also may mix soil layers as they ingest organic matter and travel between layers. These traits, taken collectively, make up the_________ of the earthworm.
A) ecosystem profile
B) community profile
C) resource partition profile
D) physical home
E) niche

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Earthworms' role in aerating the soil, mixing soil layers, and ingesting organic matter defines their ecological niche, which is the role an organism plays in its ecosystem, including its interactions with the biotic and abiotic environment.

Earthworms Live in Many Grass and Forest Ecosystems, and They