Food Webs: Cycling of Matter and Flow of Energy

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The overlapping of food chains results in a ________.

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food web

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This is the chemical process by which plants make their own food.

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Photosynthesis

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An example of a decomposer is a _______.

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worm

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This is the ultimate source of energy on Earth.

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The sun

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The final products of photosynthesis are oxygen and _________.

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sugar

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What is a food web?

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A food web is a complex network of interconnected food chains in an ecosystem.

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What role do producers play in a food web?

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Producers, like plants, create their own food through photosynthesis and provide energy for consumers.

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What is the role of decomposers in an ecosystem?

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Decomposers break down dead organic matter, returning nutrients to the soil.

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What is the difference between a food chain and a food web?

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A food chain is a linear sequence of organisms through which energy flows, while a food web is a complex network of multiple food chains.

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants use sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

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