Mock GMAS

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What is an energy pyramid?

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An energy pyramid is a graphical representation of the energy flow in an ecosystem, showing the amount of energy available at each trophic level.

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What percentage of energy is typically transferred from one trophic level to the next?

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Typically, only about 10% of the energy is transferred from one trophic level to the next in an energy pyramid.

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What are the primary producers in an ecosystem?

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Primary producers are organisms, such as plants and algae, that produce energy through photosynthesis.

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What is ecological succession?

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Ecological succession is the process by which ecosystems change and develop over time, leading to a stable community.

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What is carrying capacity?

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Carrying capacity is the maximum population size of a species that an environment can sustain indefinitely without degrading the habitat.

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What impact do invasive species have on native populations?

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Invasive species can threaten native populations by competing for resources, predation, or introducing diseases.

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What is the role of herbivores in an ecosystem?

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Herbivores are primary consumers that feed on plants, playing a crucial role in energy transfer within the food web.

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What is a food web?

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A food web is a complex network of feeding relationships among various organisms in an ecosystem.

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What is genetic engineering in agriculture?

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Genetic engineering in agriculture involves altering the genetic makeup of crops to enhance desired traits, such as drought resistance.

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How can genetically engineered crops benefit society?

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Genetically engineered crops can create a more stable food supply by being modified to resist environmental stresses like drought.