Grassland Ecosystem Review

What are the two main types of grassland ecosystems?

• Tropical grasslands and temperate grasslands

• Coastal grasslands and Mountain grasslands

• Desert grasslands and Arctic grasslands

• Rainforest grasslands and Alpine grasslands

Name one plant commonly found in grassland ecosystems.

• Fern

• Tree

• Grass

• Cactus

Which animal is known as the 'king of the grasslands'?

• elephant

• lion

• penguin

• giraffe

Why are grassland ecosystems important?

• Grassland ecosystems are only important for aesthetic purposes and have no practical value.

• Grassland ecosystems are important for their biodiversity, soil protection, and agricultural support.

• Grassland ecosystems are not important and should be converted to other land uses.

• Grassland ecosystems have no impact on biodiversity or carbon sequestration.

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What is one threat to grassland ecosystems caused by human activities?

• Overgrazing by livestock

• Introduction of invasive species

• Excessive use of fertilizers

• Habitat destruction and fragmentation

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What is the primary source of energy in a grassland ecosystem food chain?

• soil

• sun

• water

• wind

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Which animal is a primary consumer in a grassland ecosystem food chain?

• Decomposer

• Producer

• Herbivore

• Abiotic

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What is the role of decomposers in a grassland ecosystem?

• Decomposers help plants grow by providing them with sunlight.

• Decomposers eat other organisms in the grassland ecosystem.

• Decomposers break down dead organic matter and release nutrients into the soil.

• Decomposers help in the process of photosynthesis in grassland plants.

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Name one animal that is both a predator and a prey in a grassland ecosystem.

• rabbit

• zebra

• lion

• gazelle

How do grassland ecosystems differ from forests?

• Forests have more open spaces than grassland ecosystems.

• Grassland ecosystems have more biodiversity than forests.

• Grassland ecosystems have more rainfall than forests.

• Grassland ecosystems are dominated by grasses and herbaceous plants, while forests are dominated by trees.