Symbiosis, Competition, Predation

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What is competition in ecology?

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Competition occurs when two organisms are trying to acquire or get the same resources.

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What is mutualism?

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Mutualism is a type of symbiotic relationship where both organisms benefit, such as the Gobi fish and shrimp.

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What are herbivores?

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Herbivores are consumers that eat ONLY PLANTS.

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What is parasitism?

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Parasitism is a relationship where one organism benefits at the expense of another, like tapeworms in a host.

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What is the primary source of energy for producers?

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The primary source of energy for producers is sunlight.

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Define symbiosis.

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Symbiosis is a close and long-term interaction between two different species.

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What is commensalism?

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Commensalism is a type of symbiotic relationship where one organism benefits and the other is neither helped nor harmed.

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Give an example of competition in nature.

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An example of competition is when two plants compete for sunlight and nutrients in the soil.

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What role do herbivores play in an ecosystem?

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Herbivores are primary consumers that convert plant energy into energy for higher trophic levels.

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What is the difference between carnivores and omnivores?

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Carnivores eat only meat, while omnivores eat both plants and animals.