Energy in Ecosystems Set 2

a macromolecule is a

• large molecule that makes up all living things

• special nutrient made by plants only

• small molecule that makes up a larger monomer

• digestive enzyme that uses stomach acid to digest cellulose

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NGSS.MS-LS3-1

Macromolecules are made up of ...

• smaller molecules called monomers

• proteins

• carbohydrates

• lipids

Which digestive organ helps herbivores digest plant matter?

• large intestine

• liver

• cecum

Which macromolecule contains nitrogen?

• carbohydrates

• lipids

• proteins

What is a protein's function?

• provides short-term energy

• provides long-term energy

• helps our cells do their jobs

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NGSS.HS-LS1-1

Honeybees are ​ (a)   because they feed on nectar and pollen from flowers.

• carnivores
• primary producers
• herbivores
• Secondary consumers

Tomato plants are ​ (a)   because they harness energy from the sun to create their own food.

Turtles, on the other hand, are ​​ ​ (b)   because they eat fruit and leaves.

• primary producers
• primary consumers
• tertiary consumers
• carnivores

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3

NGSS.MS-LS1-6

Place the trophic levels in the correct place on the pyramid​

a

b

c

d

Primary producers

Primary consumers

Secondary consumers

Tertiary consumers

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3

Use the information from the food chain to answer the question: Which organism is the tertiary consumer?

Squirrels feed on bark, berries, and nuts.

Squirrels are hunted by owls and raccoons.

Owls and raccoons are hunted by mountain lions.

• squirrels

• owls

• raccoons

• mountain lions

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3

which macromolecule provides organisms with quick (short-term) energy?

• proteins

• carbohydrates

• nucleic acids

• lipids