Exploring the Energy Pyramid

What is the primary source of energy in most ecosystems?

• Ocean Currents

• The Sun

• The Moon

• Volcanoes

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What is the scientific term for plants in an ecosystem?

• Consumers

• Decomposers

• Predators

• Producers

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How much energy do first-level consumers obtain from plants?

• 10%

• 50%

• 100%

• 1%

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Which of the following is an example of a first-level consumer?

• Frog

• Eagle

• Snake

• Grasshopper

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What percentage of the original sunlight energy do second-level consumers get?

• 100%

• 10%

• 1%

• 0.1%

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Which of the following is a second-level consumer?

• Frog

• Grasshopper

• Snake

• Eagle

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How much energy do third-level consumers obtain from the original sunlight?

• 10%

• 1%

• 0.1%

• 0.01%

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Why are there fewer predators than prey in an ecosystem?

• Predators need more energy to survive

• Prey reproduce faster

• Predators migrate more often

• Predators are less efficient hunters

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Which of the following is a top-level consumer?

• Grasshopper

• Eagle

• Frog

• Snake

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How are humans different from other top-level consumers?

• They rely solely on hunting

• They can manufacture food

• They need less energy

• They are herbivores