Ecology Vocabulary Challenge

This video serves as a review of essential ecology terms, focusing on energy flow through ecosystems. It explains the role of the sun as the primary energy source and distinguishes between autotrophs (producers) and heterotrophs (consumers), including herbivores, carnivores, and omnivores. The video also covers decomposers and detritivores, highlighting their role in recycling nutrients. A recap and practice exercise are provided to reinforce understanding.

What is the primary source of energy in an ecosystem?

• The Moon

• The Sun

• Geothermal heat

• Wind

Which organisms are capable of photosynthesis?

• Heterotrophs

• Carnivores

• Herbivores

• Autotrophs

What do autotrophs produce that is essential for their survival?

• Meat

• Minerals

• Oxygen

• Food

Which type of organism relies on others for food?

• Producers

• Sun

• Consumers

• Decomposers

What do herbivores primarily consume?

• All of the above

• Plants

• Meat

• Mushrooms

Which of the following is a carnivore?

• Bear

• Cow

• Lion

• Rabbit

Which of the following is not a type of consumer?

• Herbivore

• Carnivore

• Omnivore

• Autotroph

What is the role of decomposers in an ecosystem?

• Generate sunlight

• Recycle nutrients

• Consume meat

• Produce food

Which of these is considered a decomposer?

• Worm

• Fungi

• Grass

• Deer

What do detritivores consume?

• Dead organic material

• Sunlight

• Live plants

• Water