Flow of Energy in an Ecosystem

Flow of Energy in an Ecosystem

By Gabriella Torres

Analyze the food web

Multiple Choice

What is the original source of energy in this food web?

• Algea

• The Sun

• Minnows

• Insect Larvae

Multiple Choice

Which organisms transfers the most energy?

• Algea

• The Sun

• Minnows

• Insect Larvae

Decomposers

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best explains the primary role of decomposers in ecosystems? Decomposers–

• break down dead organisms and recycle materials.

• provide an important source of food for many animals.

• change matter that is not food into matter that is food.

• extract water from soil and release it into the atmosphere

Multiple Choice

Which of the following would best complete this food chain?

• Producer

• Consumer

• Decomposer

• Animal

Analyze the food web - How many organisms receive energy from another?

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following organisms provides energy for more than one other organism in the food web?

• Otter

• Herring Gull

• Blue Crab

• Diamondback Terrapin

Analyze the food web

Multiple Choice

Which organism in the food web would be classified as a producer?

• Deer

• Squirrel

• Plant Seeds

• Field Mouse