Ecosystem

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What is an ecosystem?

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An ecosystem is a community of living things (plants, animals, and microorganisms) interacting with each other and their environment.

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What do plants need to grow?

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Plants need air, water, sunlight, and nutrients from the soil to grow.

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Why do very few plants grow in the desert?

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The soil is dry and it does not rain much there.

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What happens to predator populations when prey populations increase?

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Predator populations, like foxes and hawks, are likely to increase as they have more food available.

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Which animal is commonly found in a forest ecosystem?

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Squirrels are commonly found in forest ecosystems.

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What is the main characteristic of a desert ecosystem?

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Desert ecosystems have very little rainfall and dry soil.

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Can our body be considered an ecosystem?

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Yes! Our body is home to many microorganisms that interact with each other.

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What is a meadow ecosystem?

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A meadow ecosystem is a grassy area where many plants and animals, like rabbits and flowers, live.

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What do herbivores eat?

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Herbivores eat plants.

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What is a food chain?

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A food chain shows how energy and nutrients flow from one organism to another in an ecosystem.