Amplify- Matter & Energy in Ecosystems

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What are the five senses used by ecologists to observe ecosystems?

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Sight, Hearing, Touch, Taste, Smell.

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What is a primary producer in an ecosystem?

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An organism that produces energy through photosynthesis, such as plants.

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Define 'environment' in the context of ecosystems.

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An environment is where living (biotic) and non-living (abiotic) organisms interact in an area.

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What is an 'argument' in scientific terms?

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An argument is the use of evidence to support why one idea is the best.

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What is a 'restoration plan' in ecology?

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A set of actions designed to help an ecosystem recover from damage.

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What role do primary consumers play in an ecosystem?

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Primary consumers are organisms that eat primary producers, such as herbivores.

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What is the difference between biotic and abiotic factors?

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Biotic factors are living components of an ecosystem, while abiotic factors are non-living components.

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Give an example of a decomposer in an ecosystem.

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Fungi and bacteria are examples of decomposers that break down dead organic matter.

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What is the significance of food chains in ecosystems?

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Food chains show the flow of energy and nutrients from one organism to another.

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Define 'ecosystem'.

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