Power Up Science 5.9A, 3.9A GP

Which fact about the sagebrush plant is beneficial in supporting the structure of the plant and absorbing water for nutrients?

• leaves are covered with tiny hairs

• two sets of leaves during the year

• three levels of roots

• dull gray color

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NGSS.MS-LS2-1

All of the following are examples of non-living elements in an ecosystem EXCEPT.

• climate

• plants

• nutrients

• soil

Ecosystems are made up of living and non-living which depend on each other for survival. Below are facts about earthworms.

Which fact about the earthworm most benefits plants in their ecosystem?

• Fact 1

• Fact 2

• Fact 3

• Fact 4

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NGSS.MS-LS2-1

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

Which of the following is NOT an example of living and non-living things interacting in their environment?

• Birds make nests in trees away from predators.

• Isopods burrow in the soil to find food.

• Beavers cut down trees to build dams.

• Ghost crabs eat clams.

In an ecosystem many organisms work together and each benefit from one another. Students record examples of this beneficial relationship in their journal.

Which student DID NOT give an example of two organisms benefiting one another?

• Student 1

• Student 2

• Student 3

• Student 4

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NGSS.MS-LS2-2

When students observe the interactions within ecosystems, it can better help them understand--

• how different species depend on each other.

• what might happen if changes occur within the system.

• how animals interact with air, sunlight, and water.

• All of the above.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-2

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

Which of the following animals would most likely fit in a Texas coastal ecosystem?

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NGSS.MS-LS2-1

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

Some facts about the kestrel bird are listed below.

Which answer choice best describes how the kestrel bird depends on other animals to survive?

• Facts 1 and 2

• Fact 2 only

• Facts 1 and 4

• Fact 1 only

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NGSS.MS-LS2-1

NGSS.MS-LS2-2

NGSS.MS-LS2-4

Below is a diagram of an ecosystem.

How do the plants in this ecosystem benefit from the animals?

• The animals provide oxygen for the plants.

• The animals provide water for the plants.

• The animals provide carbon dioxide for the plants.

• The animals provide needed shade for the plants.

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6