Ecosystems

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What is an ecosystem?

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An ecosystem is an environment made up of living and nonliving things.

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What is an organism?

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An organism is a living thing.

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Which animal needs the least amount of space?

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The gazelle needs the least amount of space.

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Which animal needs the most amount of space?

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The deer needs the most amount of space.

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True or False: Organisms face many challenges in their ecosystem.

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True

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What are living things in an ecosystem?

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Living things include plants, animals, and microorganisms.

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What are nonliving things in an ecosystem?

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Nonliving things include water, air, soil, and sunlight.

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Give an example of a producer in an ecosystem.

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Plants are producers because they make their own food.

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Give an example of a consumer in an ecosystem.

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Animals are consumers because they eat plants or other animals.

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What is a food chain?

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A food chain shows how energy and nutrients flow from one organism to another.