Producers, Consumers, Decomposers

Front

What is the source of all energy within an ecosystem?

Back

The Sun.

Front

What process do plants use to convert sunlight into energy?

Back

Photosynthesis.

Front

What type of factor is sunlight in an ecosystem?

Back

Abiotic.

Front

What is an organism that produces its own food called?

Back

Producer.

Front

What is an organism that gets its food by eating other organisms called?

Back

Consumer.

Front

What is the role of decomposers in an ecosystem?

Back

They break down dead organic matter and recycle nutrients.

Front

Give an example of a consumer in an ecosystem.

Back

A snake.

Front

What are biotic factors in an ecosystem?

Back

Living components such as plants, animals, and microorganisms.

Front

What are abiotic factors in an ecosystem?

Back

Non-living components such as sunlight, water, and soil.

Front

What is an example of a biotic component in a desert ecosystem?

Back

The spiny cactus leaves.