Food Webs

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What is a producer in a food web?

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A producer is an organism that makes its own food, usually through photosynthesis. An example is grass.

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What role do decomposers play in a food web?

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Decomposers break down dead organisms and recycle nutrients back into the soil. Examples include bacteria and fungi.

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What is the primary source of energy for food webs?

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The sun is the primary source of energy for food webs, as it provides the energy needed for plants to grow.

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Where do herbivores fit in a food web?

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Herbivores are typically found in the middle of the food web, as they eat plants (producers) and are eaten by carnivores.

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What is an apex predator?

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An apex predator is at the top of the food web and has no natural predators. Examples include lions and sharks.

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What happens if there are no producers in a food web?

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If there are no producers, there would be no food for herbivores, leading to the collapse of the food web.

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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.

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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 shows how different organisms are related in an ecosystem.

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What might happen if an apex predator is removed from an ecosystem?

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If an apex predator is removed, the population of herbivores may grow too large, leading to overgrazing and a lack of plants.

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What is the role of plants in a food web?

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Plants are producers that convert sunlight into energy, forming the base of the food web.