Introduction An ecosystem can be defined as the collection of living and nonliving objects in a specific area. The study of ecosystems is thus considered important because it helps us to gain an understanding of some of the useful services that enhance our well being that is provided by the environment (IUCN 5). Without this understanding, we can damage the environment following which the degradation would have a significant adverse impact on our well being (IUCN 5). This study is supposed to help in improving decision making within the location studied. Methods The location chosen for this study was a small area within a park. The park is located within a city and is frequented by many visitors daily for a variety of reasons. This location was selected first and foremost because it was easily accessible and did not require the researcher to spend too much money on the study. The area of the park selected for study was a grassy area with a few trees and shrubs. To perform the study the researcher selected a random square quadrat measuring 1m by 1m. The quadrat was marked using pegs to indicate the boundaries. After identifying and marking the quadrat, the researcher noted down each species that was within the quadrat. After this was completed the size of the quadrat was increased to 1m by 2m and the recording was repeated. The quadrat was again increased to 2m by 2m and recording was done. Then 2m by 4m, 4m by 4m and finally 8m by 4m. This exercise was mainly carried out during the afternoon between 2 P.M. and 4 P.M. on weekdays. Upon completion of studying the first quadrat, the exercise was again repeated in another quadrat within the park. Results Following the completion of the exercise the data collected was tabulated for easier assessment (See Appendix B). Following analysis of the data on species and the density as the area evaluated increases it is possible to assume that the richness of species increases as the area studied increases (See Appendix C and D). Biotic Components Upon observation of the data from each quadrat, it became apparent that the number of species grew with the size of the quadrat. This is best observed by looking at the data in a tabulated form. Interactions between Biotic and Abiotic Components Upon observation of the data from the study, in the first quadrat, it was observed that the biotic matter was mainly composed of various species of plants. However, there were also a few species of ants, other insects, slugs present in the ecosystem. Alongside these biotic components, there were several abiotic components such as soil, a few rocks, and light. It has been determined that biotic factors are living organisms and within an ecosystem, there is the interaction between both the living and non-living organisms (Enger 304). In the completion of this study, it is necessary to use the data to observe the interaction between various factors within the ecosystem. For example, to provide information on how abiotic factors affect the living organisms in the environment. The first example of the interaction between abiotic factors and the living organisms is seen in the example of the slug hidden under a rock. Slugs are typic