Energy Flow in Ecosystems

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the definition of an ecosystem?
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An ecosystem is a community of living organisms interacting with their physical environment, including both biotic (living) and abiotic (non-living) components.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is energy flow in an ecosystem?
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Energy flow in an ecosystem refers to the transfer of energy from one trophic level to another, starting from producers to various levels of consumers.
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NGSS.MS-LS1-6
NGSS.MS-LS2-3
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What role do producers play in an ecosystem?
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Producers, such as plants and algae, convert solar energy into chemical energy through photosynthesis, forming the base of the food web.
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NGSS.MS-LS1-6
NGSS.MS-LS2-3
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a herbivore?
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A herbivore is an animal that primarily eats plants.
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NGSS.MS-LS2-1
NGSS.MS-LS2-3
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a carnivore?
Back
A carnivore is an animal that primarily eats other animals.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What happens to a population when it reaches its carrying capacity?
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When a population reaches its carrying capacity, the growth rate slows, and the birth rate and death rate become equal.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How does the removal of a top predator affect other populations in an ecosystem?
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The removal of a top predator can lead to an increase in the populations of prey species, which may then overconsume vegetation and disrupt the ecosystem.
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NGSS.MS-LS2-2
NGSS.MS-LS2-4
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