Learning Set 3- Where Have All the Creatures Gone?

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What is a direct relationship in an ecosystem?

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A direct relationship is where the energy arrows connect the organisms, indicating how energy flows between them.

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What type of swimmer is the sea lamprey?

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The sea lamprey is classified as an S-swimmer.

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What is the consequence of a native species going extinct?

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The ecosystem's food web will become unstable.

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How many total teeth do sea lamprey have?

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Sea lamprey have approximately 150 sharp teeth.

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What is a food web?

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A food web is a series of food chains that overlap, showing the complex feeding relationships in an ecosystem.

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What is the role of producers in a food web?

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Producers, such as plants, convert sunlight into energy, forming the base of the food web.

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How do consumers fit into a food web?

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Consumers are organisms that eat other organisms for energy, and they can be primary, secondary, or tertiary consumers.

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What is the difference between a food chain and a food web?

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A food chain is a linear sequence of organisms through which nutrients and energy pass, while a food web is a complex network of interconnected food chains.

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What impact does the extinction of a keystone species have on an ecosystem?

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The extinction of a keystone species can lead to significant changes in the ecosystem, often resulting in the collapse of food webs.

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What is the significance of biodiversity in an ecosystem?

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Biodiversity contributes to ecosystem resilience, stability, and the ability to recover from disturbances.