Food Chains and Food Webs

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What role do decomposers play in an ecosystem?

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Decomposers break down dead organic matter, recycling nutrients back into the ecosystem.

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What happens to predators if prey is removed from a food chain?

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All predators above the removed prey will die or suffer due to lack of food.

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What is the impact of introducing a new predator to an ecosystem with a large prey population?

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The prey population may decrease as the new predator hunts them.

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What are examples of decomposers in an ecosystem?

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Bacteria, fungi, and worms are common examples of decomposers.

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Where does the energy in a food chain originate?

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The energy in a food chain starts from the Sun.

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What is a food chain?

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A food chain is a linear sequence of organisms through which nutrients and energy pass as one organism eats another.

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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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How do producers contribute to a food chain?

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Producers, like plants, convert sunlight into energy through photosynthesis, forming the base of the food chain.

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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 single pathway of energy flow, while a food web illustrates multiple interconnected pathways.

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What is the significance of trophic levels in an ecosystem?

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Trophic levels represent the different stages in a food chain, indicating the flow of energy and nutrients.