Ecology Review

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What is the primary source of energy in an energy pyramid?

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Producers are the primary source of energy in an energy pyramid.

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Define 'ecological niche'.

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An ecological niche is a summation of the relationships and interactions a species has with other biotic and abiotic factors.

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What happens to the population of grasshoppers if frogs become extinct?

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If frogs become extinct, the population of grasshoppers will increase.

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Why can several species of warblers live in the same spruce tree?

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Several species of warblers can live in the same spruce tree because they occupy different niches within the tree.

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What is a system of food chains that shows the transfer of energy called?

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A system of food chains that shows the transfer of energy is termed a food web.

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What role do producers play in an ecosystem?

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

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What is a food chain?

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A food chain is a linear sequence that shows how energy and nutrients flow from one organism to another.

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What is the difference between a food chain and a food web?

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A food chain is a single pathway of energy flow, while a food web is a complex network of interconnected food chains.

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What is a top predator?

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A top predator is an organism that is at the top of the food chain and has no natural predators.

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What is the significance of biodiversity in an ecosystem?

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Biodiversity increases ecosystem resilience, productivity, and stability.