5th Grade - Ecosystems Pt 2

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What is a conclusion in an experiment?

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The conclusion is the summary of the results and observations from an experiment, explaining what was learned.

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What are results in an experiment?

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Results are the data collected from an experiment, including measurements and observations.

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What is a decomposer?

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A decomposer is a group of organisms, including microbes, fungi, bacteria, and insects, that help break down dead organisms.

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Why are decomposers important in an ecosystem?

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Decomposers break down dead bodies and return nutrients to the soil, which is essential for plant growth.

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What does the Energy Pyramid represent?

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The Energy Pyramid represents the flow of energy in an ecosystem, showing how energy decreases as it moves up the food chain.

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Why is the Energy Pyramid shaped like a pyramid?

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The shape of the Energy Pyramid reflects the amount of energy available at each level, with the most energy at the base (producers) and less energy at the top (top predators).

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What is an ecosystem?

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An ecosystem is a community of living organisms interacting with their environment, including both biotic (living) and abiotic (non-living) components.

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What are producers in an ecosystem?

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Producers are organisms, like plants, that create their own food through photosynthesis and provide energy for other organisms.

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What is a food web?

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A food web is a complex network of interconnected food chains that shows how energy and nutrients flow through an ecosystem.

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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 are passed from one organism to another in an ecosystem.