Ecosystem Interactions and Factors

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What is sustainability in the context of ecosystems?

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Sustainability refers to the ability of the planet and its resources to continue providing life over time.

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What defines a natural hazard?

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A natural hazard occurs when natural physical processes become extreme and unpredictable.

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What is an energy pyramid?

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An energy pyramid is a model that shows the amount of energy available at each feeding level of an ecosystem.

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What is the role of a decomposer in an ecosystem?

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A decomposer is an organism that feeds on dead organic material and adds nutrients to the soil.

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What is the carbon cycle?

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The carbon cycle is the movement of carbon through Earth, its atmosphere, and living things.

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What are the primary components of an ecosystem?

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The primary components of an ecosystem include biotic factors (living organisms) and abiotic factors (non-living elements like water, soil, and climate).

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How do producers contribute to an ecosystem?

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Producers, such as plants, convert sunlight into energy through photosynthesis, forming the base of the food chain.

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What is the significance of biodiversity in ecosystems?

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Biodiversity enhances ecosystem resilience, productivity, and stability, allowing ecosystems to better withstand changes and stresses.

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What is a food web?

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A food web is a complex network of feeding relationships among organisms in an ecosystem, illustrating how energy and nutrients flow.

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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 energy and nutrients pass, while a food web is a more complex interconnection of multiple food chains.

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