Ecology

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What is the role of carbon dioxide (CO2) in the atmosphere?

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Carbon dioxide is considered bad for the atmosphere as it contributes to climate change and global warming.

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Which organelle is responsible for photosynthesis in plants?

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The chloroplast is the organelle that goes through photosynthesis and takes in CO2.

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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, typically through photosynthesis; for example, grass.

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What process returns nutrients back into the soil?

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Decomposition is the process that adds nutrients back into the soil.

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What are climax species?

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Climax species are stable, mature species that are established in an ecosystem, such as Oak and Maple trees.

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What is the significance of photosynthesis in the ecosystem?

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Photosynthesis is crucial as it converts solar energy into chemical energy, providing food for producers and oxygen for consumers.

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How does decomposition benefit the ecosystem?

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Decomposition breaks down dead organic matter, recycling nutrients back into the soil, which supports plant growth.

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What is the difference between a producer and a consumer?

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Producers create their own food through photosynthesis, while consumers rely on other organisms for food.

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What impact does climate change have on ecosystems?

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Climate change can alter habitats, affect species distribution, and disrupt ecological balance.

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What are the main components of an ecosystem?

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The main components of an ecosystem include producers, consumers, decomposers, and the physical environment.