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What is a producer in a food chain?

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A producer is an organism that can make its own food, typically through photosynthesis, and is the first level of the food chain.

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What is a hurricane?

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A hurricane is a large tropical storm that forms over warm ocean waters, characterized by strong winds and heavy rain.

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What does a line graph show?

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A line graph displays data points over time, showing trends or changes in a particular variable.

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What is a low-pressure system?

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A low-pressure system is an area where the atmospheric pressure is lower than that of the surrounding areas, often associated with stormy weather.

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What is the primary component of a cell?

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Almost 80% of a cell is water, which is essential for various cellular processes.

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What are decomposers?

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Decomposers are organisms that break down dead or decaying organic material, returning nutrients to the soil.

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What is the role of consumers in a food chain?

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Consumers are organisms that eat other organisms for energy, and they can be herbivores, carnivores, or omnivores.

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What is an isobar?

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An isobar is a line on a weather map that connects points of equal atmospheric pressure.

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What is the difference between a tornado and a hurricane?

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A tornado is a rapidly rotating column of air that extends from a thunderstorm to the ground, while a hurricane is a large storm system that forms over warm ocean waters.

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What is the significance of water in living organisms?

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Water is crucial for life as it is involved in biochemical reactions, helps regulate temperature, and transports nutrients.

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