Biology State Test Review

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Who discovered cells under a microscope?

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Robert Hooke is credited with the discovery of cells when he observed cork under a microscope in 1665.

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What will always be located on the SECOND level of the pyramid?

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Herbivores are always located on the second level of the ecological pyramid, as they are primary consumers that feed on producers.

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What's an example of a PIONEER SPECIES?

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Moss and lichens are examples of pioneer species that are the first to colonize barren environments.

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What adds nutrients back into the soil?

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Decomposers, such as bacteria and fungi, break down dead organic matter and return nutrients to the soil.

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A virus needs a CELL to reproduce!

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This statement supports the argument that viruses are not considered living organisms because they cannot reproduce independently.

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What is the function of producers in an ecosystem?

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Producers, such as plants, convert sunlight into energy through photosynthesis, forming the base of the food chain.

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Define the term 'ecosystem'.

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

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What role do decomposers play in an ecosystem?

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Decomposers break down dead organisms, recycling nutrients back into the ecosystem.

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What is the difference between a food chain and a food web?

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A food chain is a linear sequence of organisms through which nutrients and energy pass, while a food web is a complex network of interconnected food chains.

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What is biodiversity?

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Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem, including the number of species and genetic diversity.