Energy Flow in an Ecosystem

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What is energy flow in an ecosystem?

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Energy flow in an ecosystem refers to the transfer of energy from one organism to another through food chains and food webs, starting from producers to various levels of consumers.

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What are producers in an ecosystem?

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Producers are organisms, such as plants and algae, that can make their own food through photosynthesis, converting sunlight into energy.

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What are consumers in an ecosystem?

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Consumers are organisms that cannot produce their own food and rely on eating other organisms for energy. They are classified into herbivores, carnivores, and omnivores.

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Define herbivores.

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Herbivores are consumers that eat only plants.

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Define carnivores.

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Carnivores are consumers that eat only other animals.

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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 a food web?

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A food web is a complex network of interconnected food chains that illustrates how energy flows through an ecosystem.

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What role do decomposers play in an ecosystem?

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Decomposers break down dead organic matter, returning nutrients to the soil and making them available for producers.

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What is a solar flare?

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A solar flare is a sudden explosion on the sun that releases a large amount of energy into space.

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What is the primary source of energy for ecosystems?

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The primary source of energy for ecosystems is the sun, which provides energy for photosynthesis.