End of Ecosystem Unit

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What is an ecosystem?

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An ecosystem is a community of living organisms (plants, animals, and microorganisms) interacting with their physical environment (soil, water, and air).

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What are the two main types of ecosystems?

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The two main types of ecosystems are terrestrial (land) ecosystems and aquatic (water) ecosystems.

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What is a grassland ecosystem?

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A grassland ecosystem is a large open area where grasses are the main type of vegetation, often found in regions with moderate rainfall.

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What is a forest ecosystem?

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A forest ecosystem is a large area covered chiefly with trees and undergrowth, providing habitat for various species.

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What is the difference between freshwater and saltwater ecosystems?

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Freshwater ecosystems contain low concentrations of salt (like lakes and rivers), while saltwater ecosystems have high salt concentrations (like oceans and seas).

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What is an estuary?

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An estuary is a coastal area where freshwater from rivers meets and mixes with saltwater from the ocean.

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What is a salt marsh?

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A salt marsh is a coastal wetland that is flooded and drained by salt water brought in by the tides.

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What is the role of producers in an ecosystem?

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Producers, like plants, create their own food through photosynthesis and provide energy for other organisms in the ecosystem.

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What are consumers in an ecosystem?

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Consumers are organisms that cannot produce their own food and rely on eating other organisms (plants or animals) for energy.

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What is a food chain?

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A food chain is a linear sequence that shows how energy and nutrients flow from one organism to another in an ecosystem.