Abiotic factors in a lake ecosystem include non-living components such as light, temperature, pH of the water and oxygen content. Biotic factors include living components of a lake such as bacteria, phytoplanktons, aquatic plants, zooplankton, crustaceans, molluscs, insects, fish and other vertebrates. Continue Reading.
To become a surgical tech, it's usually only a year. I believe it's a certificate program, not a degree. And I recommend that if you know you want to be in the OR and you want to assist with surgery, go for the surgical tech. Nurses have pretty much been phased out from actually assisting the surgeon.
Those seeking a career as a surgical technician generally require a formal education in surgical technology; this area of study is offered by numerous community and technical colleges. A 2-year degree is typically the most popular degree sought, though some students might choose to enter a 12-month certificate program. Apart from degree and certificate programs, on-the-job training programs for surgical technicians are also available at hospitals. The training generally lasts two years.