Animal and Plant Roles in Ecosystems

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What is a consumer in an ecosystem?

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A consumer is an organism that eats other organisms for energy. Examples include animals like rabbits and deer.

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What is a producer in an ecosystem?

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A producer is an organism that can make its own food through photosynthesis. Examples include plants like bamboo and carrots.

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What is a decomposer?

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

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What role do predators play in an ecosystem?

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Predators are animals that hunt and eat other animals. They help control the population of prey species.

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What role do prey play in an ecosystem?

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Prey are animals that are hunted and eaten by predators. They are a crucial part of the food chain.

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What is the difference between a predator and prey?

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A predator hunts and eats other animals, while prey are the animals that are hunted.

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Can an animal be both a predator and prey?

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Yes, some animals can be both predators and prey depending on the situation and their size.

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What is an example of a producer?

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An example of a producer is a carrot, which grows in the ground and makes its own food.

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What is an example of a consumer?

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An example of a consumer is a rabbit, which eats plants for energy.

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What is an example of a decomposer?

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An example of a decomposer is a mushroom, which breaks down dead organic matter.