Herbivore, Carnivore, Omnivore, or Decomposer

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What is a herbivore?

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A herbivore is an animal that primarily eats plants.

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What is a carnivore?

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A carnivore is an animal that primarily eats other animals.

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What is an omnivore?

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An omnivore is an animal that eats both plants and animals.

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What is a decomposer?

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A decomposer is an organism that breaks down dead plants and animals, returning nutrients to the soil.

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Give an example of a herbivore.

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Examples of herbivores include cows, rabbits, and elephants.

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Give an example of a carnivore.

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Examples of carnivores include lions, sharks, and eagles.

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Give an example of an omnivore.

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Examples of omnivores include humans, bears, and pigs.

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What role do decomposers play in the ecosystem?

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Decomposers recycle nutrients back into the soil, helping plants grow.

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How do herbivores affect plant populations?

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Herbivores can control plant populations by eating them, which can help maintain balance in ecosystems.

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What is the food chain?

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