Energy Flow in an Ecosystem

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What is an omnivore?

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An organism that eats both plants and animals.

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What is a producer in an ecosystem?

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An organism that makes its own food, typically through photosynthesis, like grass.

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What role do decomposers play in an ecosystem?

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Decomposers break down dead matter and recycle nutrients back into the soil.

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What is a carnivore?

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An organism that eats only other animals.

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What is a herbivore?

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An organism that eats only plants.

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Give an example of a decomposer.

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Fungi and bacteria are common examples of decomposers.

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How does energy flow in a food chain?

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Energy flows from producers to consumers and then to decomposers.

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What is a food web?

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A complex network of feeding relationships among various organisms in an ecosystem.

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Who is at the top of the food chain?

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Top predators, such as owls or lions, are typically at the top of the food chain.

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What is the primary source of energy for most ecosystems?

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The sun is the primary source of energy for most ecosystems.