Keystone Species

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What is a keystone species?

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A keystone species is a species that has a disproportionately large impact on its ecosystem relative to its abundance.

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What is the impact of a keystone species on an ecosystem?

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A keystone species has a big impact on the ecosystem, even if it has a small population.

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What is the first trophic level called?

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The first trophic level is called the primary producer.

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What is the second trophic level called?

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The second trophic level is called the primary consumer.

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What is the third trophic level called?

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The third trophic level is called the secondary consumer.

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What is the fourth trophic level called?

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The fourth trophic level is called the tertiary consumer.

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How does energy enter the biosphere?

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Energy enters the biosphere through solar radiation via photosynthesis.

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll.

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Can a producer be a keystone species?

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Yes, a producer can be a keystone species.

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What is an example of a keystone species?

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The African elephant is an example of a keystone species.