4.4 Living and Non Living/ Ecosystems

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What is the difference between living and non-living things?

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Living things grow, reproduce, and respond to their environment, while non-living things do not have these characteristics.

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What are ecosystems?

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Ecosystems are communities of living organisms interacting with their physical environment.

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Can you name three characteristics of living things?

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1. Growth 2. Reproduction 3. Response to stimuli

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What do plants need to survive?

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Plants need sunlight, water, air, and nutrients from the soil to survive.

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What is a food chain?

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

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What role do decomposers play in an ecosystem?

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

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What is a habitat?

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A habitat is the natural environment where an organism lives and grows.

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How do animals adapt to their environment?

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Animals adapt through physical changes, behaviors, and other traits that help them survive in their environment.

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What is biodiversity?

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Biodiversity refers to the variety of living organisms in a particular habitat or ecosystem.

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What is the importance of water in ecosystems?

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Water is essential for all living organisms; it supports life processes and helps maintain ecosystem balance.