Food Webs & Ecosystems

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What are biotic factors in an ecosystem?

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Biotic factors are the living components of an ecosystem, such as plants, animals, and microorganisms.

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What happens to a food chain if a primary producer, like grass, dies?

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If grass dies, it can lead to the collapse of the food chain, affecting all organisms that depend on it for food.

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What is a community in ecological terms?

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A community is a group of different populations living together in the same place at the same time.

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What is the impact of a severe drought on rain forest plants?

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During a severe drought, rain forest plants may wilt and die, leading to less food for herbivores.

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What is a herbivore?

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A herbivore is an organism that gets energy by eating only plants.

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What are abiotic factors in an ecosystem?

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Abiotic factors are the non-living components of an ecosystem, such as sunlight, water, and air.

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What role do decomposers play in an ecosystem?

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Decomposers break down dead organic matter, returning nutrients to the soil and supporting plant growth.

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What is a food web?

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A food web is a complex network of interconnected food chains in an ecosystem.

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What is the difference between a food chain and a food web?

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A food chain shows a linear path of energy flow, while a food web illustrates multiple interconnected food chains.

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What is a carnivore?

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A carnivore is an organism that gets energy by eating other animals.