Amplify Matter & Energy in Ecosystems Vocabulary

Front

What is the ability to make things move or change?

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Energy

Front

What is a group of atoms joined together in a particular way?

Back

Molecule

Front

What is the chemical reaction between oxygen and glucose that releases energy into cells?

Back

Cellular respiration

Front

What do we call an organism that needs to eat in order to get energy storage molecules?

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Consumer

Front

What is a type of energy storage molecule?

Back

Fat

Front

What is the process by which plants convert sunlight into energy?

Back

Photosynthesis

Front

What is the term for the living components of an ecosystem?

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Biotic factors

Front

What is the term for non-living components of an ecosystem?

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Abiotic factors

Front

What is the primary source of energy for most ecosystems?

Back

The Sun

Front

What is the role of a producer in an ecosystem?

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To create energy through photosynthesis