Understanding God's World Flashcard 10

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What is an animal that eats only plants called?

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Herbivore

Front

What is the term for the measure of salt concentration in water?

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Salinity

Front

What describes the average weather conditions in an area over a long period?

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Climate

Front

What is the special job of an organism in its environment called?

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Niche

Front

What do we call an animal that is at the top of its food chain with no natural enemies?

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Apex predator

Front

What is an animal that eats both plants and animals called?

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Omnivore

Front

What is the term for an animal that primarily eats other animals?

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Carnivore

Front

What is the difference between weather and climate?

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Weather refers to short-term atmospheric conditions, while climate refers to long-term patterns.

Front

What is a habitat?

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A habitat is the natural environment where an organism lives.

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What is an ecosystem?

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An ecosystem is a community of living organisms and their interactions with the environment.