Predator-Prey Relationships

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Definition of Predator

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Animal that hunts other animals for food.

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A _______________ is an organism that hunts and feeds on another organism.

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Predator.

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The organism that a predator feeds on is often referred to as ___________

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Prey.

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If the number of prey decreases, then the number of predators will ___________

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Decrease.

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Best description of prey: An organism that is ___________ by another organism.

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Eaten.

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In a predator-prey relationship, what happens to the prey population when predators increase?

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The prey population typically decreases.

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What is the role of a producer in an ecosystem?

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To create energy through photosynthesis, serving as food for herbivores.

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How do predator-prey relationships affect biodiversity?

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They help maintain balance in ecosystems, promoting biodiversity.

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What is an example of a predator-prey relationship in nature?

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A lion (predator) hunting a zebra (prey).

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What happens to the predator population if the prey population becomes too large?

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The predator population may increase due to more available food.