Food Webs

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What is a producer in a food web?

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A producer is an organism that makes its own food, usually through photosynthesis. Examples include plants like grass.

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What is a food chain?

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A food chain is a simple model 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 a food web?

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Decomposers break down dead organisms and waste, returning nutrients to the soil. Examples include bacteria and fungi.

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Where do herbivores fit in a food web?

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Herbivores are typically found in the middle of a food web, as they eat plants (producers) and are eaten by carnivores.

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What is the primary source of energy for all food webs?

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The sun is the primary source of energy for almost all food webs, as it provides the energy needed for plants to grow.

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What is a consumer in a food web?

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A consumer is an organism that eats other organisms for energy. This includes herbivores, carnivores, and omnivores.

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

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A food chain shows a single pathway of energy flow, while a food web shows multiple interconnected food chains in an ecosystem.

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What are carnivores?

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Carnivores are animals that eat other animals. They are usually found at the top of the food web.

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What is an omnivore?

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An omnivore is an organism that eats both plants and animals. Examples include humans and bears.

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What is the role of plants in a food web?

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Plants are producers that create energy through photosynthesis, forming the base of the food web.