Energy Flow in Ecosystems
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9th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the definition of an ecosystem?
Back
An ecosystem is a community of living organisms interacting with their physical environment, including both biotic (living) and abiotic (non-living) components.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is energy flow in an ecosystem?
Back
Energy flow in an ecosystem refers to the transfer of energy from one trophic level to another, starting from producers to various levels of consumers.
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3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What role do producers play in an ecosystem?
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Producers, such as plants and algae, convert solar energy into chemical energy through photosynthesis, forming the base of the food web.
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4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a herbivore?
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A herbivore is an animal that primarily eats plants.
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5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a carnivore?
Back
A carnivore is an animal that primarily eats other animals.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What happens to a population when it reaches its carrying capacity?
Back
When a population reaches its carrying capacity, the growth rate slows, and the birth rate and death rate become equal.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does the removal of a top predator affect other populations in an ecosystem?
Back
The removal of a top predator can lead to an increase in the populations of prey species, which may then overconsume vegetation and disrupt the ecosystem.
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