Module 7 Survive and Thrive Review

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What is a niche?

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A niche includes everything the organism does and needs in its environment and is specific to each individual animal and plant.

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What is the equation for photosynthesis?

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The equation for photosynthesis is: 6CO2 + 6H2O + light energy → C6H12O6 + 6O2.

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In an experiment, what is the dependent variable?

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The dependent variable is the variable that is measured or tested in an experiment, which in this case is heart rate.

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What happens when two species with similar niches are grown together?

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One population goes down because both species have a similar niche.

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What are the products of cellular respiration?

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The products of cellular respiration are Carbon Dioxide and Water.

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Define cellular respiration.

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Cellular respiration is the process by which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy, carbon dioxide, and water.

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants and some other organisms use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll.

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What is the independent variable in an experiment?

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The independent variable is the variable that is changed or controlled in a scientific experiment to test its effects on the dependent variable.

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Explain the concept of competition in ecology.

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Competition occurs when two or more species or individuals vie for the same resources in an ecosystem, such as food, space, or light.

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What is an ecosystem?

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An ecosystem is a community of living organisms interacting with their physical environment.