Ecology

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What is the difference between biotic and abiotic?

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Biotic refers to living organisms, while abiotic refers to non-living components of the environment.

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What is a decomposer?

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A decomposer is an organism that breaks down and absorbs nutrients from dead organisms.

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What percentage of energy from producers is passed to herbivores in an energy pyramid?

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10% of the energy from producers is passed to herbivores.

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What is a trophic level?

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A trophic level is each step in the transfer of energy and matter within a biological community.

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If there are 1000 Kcal in producers, how much energy is available in herbivores?

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100 Kcal of energy is available in herbivores.

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Define ecosystem.

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An ecosystem is a community of living organisms interacting with their physical environment.

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What is the role of producers in an ecosystem?

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Producers convert sunlight into energy through photosynthesis, forming the base of the food chain.

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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 the significance of biodiversity?

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Biodiversity enhances ecosystem productivity and stability, providing resilience against environmental changes.

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What is an energy pyramid?

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An energy pyramid illustrates the flow of energy through different trophic levels in an ecosystem.