Energy pyramids

Energy pyramids

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Science

7th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an energy pyramid?

Back

An energy pyramid is a graphical representation that shows the flow of energy through different trophic levels in an ecosystem, illustrating how energy decreases as it moves from producers to top consumers.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What happens to the number of organisms as you move higher in the energy pyramid?

Back

Fewer organisms are found at higher levels of the energy pyramid.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a primary consumer?

Back

A primary consumer is an organism that eats producers (plants) to obtain energy.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What might happen if a primary consumer is removed from an ecosystem?

Back

The number of plants may increase due to reduced herbivory.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a secondary consumer?

Back

A secondary consumer is an organism that eats primary consumers for energy.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does an increase in primary consumers affect the ecosystem?

Back

An increase in primary consumers can lead to a decrease in plant populations due to increased herbivory.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What role do producers play in an energy pyramid?

Back

Producers, such as plants, form the base of the energy pyramid and convert sunlight into energy through photosynthesis.

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