The Buffalo Are Back - Wonders 4th Grade

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What is an ecosystem?

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An ecosystem is all living and non-living things in a particular area.

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What does it mean if something is crumbled?

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If something is crumbled, it is broken into small pieces.

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What does fragile mean?

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Fragile means easily broken or delicate.

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Why is it important to protect buffalo and native grasses?

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It is important to protect both the buffalo and the native grasses to maintain a balanced ecosystem.

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What happens when grasshoppers chew on fragile crops?

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When grasshoppers chew on fragile crops, nothing grows back.

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What is the significance of buffalo in the ecosystem?

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Buffalo play a crucial role in maintaining the health of grasslands and supporting other wildlife.

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What are native grasses?

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Native grasses are grass species that naturally grow in a specific area and are adapted to the local environment.

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What does it mean for a species to be extinct?

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Extinct means that a species no longer exists anywhere on Earth.

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What is the impact of cattle on farming?

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Cattle are important to the farming industry as they provide meat, milk, and help manage grasslands.

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What does it mean to flourish?

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To flourish means to grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way.