FLASHCARD 11/15 EnergyTransformation

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants, algae, and some bacteria convert light energy, usually from the sun, into chemical energy in the form of glucose, using carbon dioxide and water.

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What is chemical energy?

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Chemical energy is the energy stored in the bonds of chemical compounds, like atoms and molecules. It is released or absorbed during a chemical reaction.

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What role do producers play in a food web?

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Producers, such as plants, are organisms that create their own food through photosynthesis and serve as the base of the food web, providing energy for consumers.

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What are decomposers?

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Decomposers are organisms, like fungi and bacteria, that break down dead organic material, returning nutrients to the soil and making them available for producers.

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How does energy flow in a food web?

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Energy flows through a food web from producers to various levels of consumers, with arrows indicating the direction of energy transfer.

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What happens to energy as it moves up the food chain?

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As energy moves up the food chain, it decreases at each trophic level due to energy loss through metabolic processes, heat, and waste.

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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, starting with a producer and ending with a top predator.

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What is the significance of glucose in photosynthesis?

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Glucose is the primary product of photosynthesis and serves as an energy source for plants and other organisms that consume them.

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What is the role of sunlight in photosynthesis?

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Sunlight provides the energy needed for photosynthesis, allowing plants to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

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What happens to the oxygen produced during photosynthesis?

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The oxygen produced during photosynthesis is released into the atmosphere as a byproduct, which is essential for the respiration of most living organisms.