Producer Consumer Decomposers

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What is a producer in an ecosystem?

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A producer is an organism that can make its own food through photosynthesis or chemosynthesis, serving as a primary source of energy for consumers.

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Give an example of a producer.

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An example of a producer is an apple tree.

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What role do decomposers play in an ecosystem?

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Decomposers break down dead organic matter, recycling nutrients back into the soil and making them available for producers.

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Name a common decomposer organism.

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Fungi are common decomposers.

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What is a consumer in an ecosystem?

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A consumer is an organism that cannot produce its own food and must eat other organisms for energy.

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Give an example of a consumer.

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A cougar is an example of a consumer.

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What is the difference between primary, secondary, and tertiary consumers?

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Primary consumers eat producers, secondary consumers eat primary consumers, and tertiary consumers eat secondary consumers.

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How do producers contribute to the energy flow in an ecosystem?

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Producers convert solar energy into chemical energy through photosynthesis, forming the base of the food chain.

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What is the significance of decomposers in nutrient cycling?

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Decomposers are essential for nutrient cycling as they break down dead matter, returning nutrients to the soil for use by producers.

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Can an organism be both a consumer and a decomposer?

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Yes, some organisms, like certain fungi and bacteria, can act as both consumers and decomposers depending on the context.

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