energy flow in ecosystems

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What is the role of producers in 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 a primary consumer?

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A primary consumer is an organism that eats producers; they are typically herbivores.

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What is the original source of energy for most ecosystems?

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The original source of energy for most ecosystems is sunlight.

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How does energy flow through a food web?

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Energy flows through a food web from producers to primary consumers, then to secondary consumers, and so on, with each level representing a trophic level.

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What is a food chain?

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A food chain is a linear sequence that shows how energy and nutrients flow from one organism to another in an ecosystem.

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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 simple linear pathway of energy flow, while a food web is a complex network of interconnected food chains.

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

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

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What are herbivores?

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Herbivores are animals that primarily eat plants and are classified as primary consumers in a food chain.

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What is the significance of decomposers in an ecosystem?

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

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What do the arrows in a food web represent?

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The arrows in a food web represent the flow of energy from one organism to another.

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