
Matter and Energy in Ecosystems
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9th Grade
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1.
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What are decomposers?
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Decomposers are organisms that break down dead or decaying organic material, returning nutrients to the soil. Examples include worms, fungi, and bacteria.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Why do more plants grow in shallow water than in deep water?
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More sunlight reaches shallow water, which is essential for photosynthesis, allowing plants to grow better.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a primary consumer?
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A primary consumer is an organism that eats producers (plants). Examples include herbivores like rabbits and deer.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a secondary consumer?
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A secondary consumer is an organism that eats primary consumers. Examples include carnivores like snakes and some birds.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a tertiary consumer?
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A tertiary consumer is an organism that eats secondary consumers. Examples include apex predators like eagles and lions.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the role of producers in an ecosystem?
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Producers, such as plants, convert sunlight into energy through photosynthesis, forming the base of the food chain.
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What is the significance of the carbon cycle in ecosystems?
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The carbon cycle is crucial for regulating Earth's climate and providing carbon for living organisms, as it moves carbon through the atmosphere, biosphere, and geosphere.
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