5.L.2.2 #2: Schoolnet

5.L.2.2 #2: Schoolnet

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Science

5th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a producer in an ecosystem?

Back

A producer is an organism that gets its energy from the sun and makes its own food, usually through photosynthesis. Examples include plants like grass and trees.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a consumer in an ecosystem?

Back

A consumer is an organism that cannot make its own food and must eat other organisms (plants or animals) for energy. Examples include animals like frogs and lizards.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a decomposer in an ecosystem?

Back

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

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What role do decomposers play in an ecosystem?

Back

Decomposers recycle nutrients back into the ecosystem by breaking down dead organic matter, which helps maintain soil health.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What happens to predator populations when prey populations decrease?

Back

When prey populations decrease, predator populations are likely to decrease as well because there is less food available for them.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Where are producers located on an energy pyramid?

Back

Producers are located at Level 1 of the energy pyramid, as they provide the base energy for the ecosystem.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an energy pyramid?

Back

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

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