Ecosystem and Organisms Flashcard

Front

Chemosynthesis

Back

A process by which autotrophs use chemical energy to make sugars

Front

Which of the following is a producer? A panda, An earthworm, A polar bear, Algae

Back

Algae

Front

What do herbivores eat?

Back

Only autotrophs

Front

Example of a decomposer:

Back

A fungus

Front

What is the primary role of autotrophs in a food web?

Back

To produce their own food

Front

Symbiosis

Back

A relationship where two different species live closely together

Front

Which of the following organisms is a primary consumer? A bird, A lichen, An earthworm, A polar bear

Back

An earthworm

Front

What is the main source of energy for autotrophs?

Back

Sunlight

Front

Example of a carnivore:

Back

A polar bear

Front

What is the role of decomposers in an ecosystem?

Back

To break down dead or decaying matter