Bill Nye - Forests

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What happens to a deciduous tree in the fall?

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It loses its leaves.

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What are fences, chairs, and baseball bats examples of?

Back

Products made from wood.

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The forest cycle of nutrients begins with what?

Back

The sun.

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What is a mill used for in the logging process?

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To turn trees into lumber.

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What are fungi, insects, and bacteria considered in a forest?

Back

Decomposers.

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What is the role of producers in a forest ecosystem?

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Producers, like plants, convert sunlight into energy through photosynthesis.

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What is photosynthesis?

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The process by which green plants use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll.

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What is the significance of decomposers in a forest?

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Decomposers break down dead organic matter, returning nutrients to the soil.

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What is the difference between a deciduous tree and an evergreen tree?

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Deciduous trees lose their leaves in the fall, while evergreen trees retain their leaves year-round.

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What role do consumers play in a forest ecosystem?

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Consumers, such as animals, obtain energy by eating plants or other animals.