Chapter 6-Nature's Demands

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What is a dormitory?

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A dormitory is a building where students live, often on a college or university campus.

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What is a herbivore?

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An herbivore is an animal that primarily eats plants.

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What is an omnivore?

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An omnivore is an animal that eats both plants and animals.

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What does it mean to devour something?

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To devour means to eat something quickly and eagerly.

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What is a carnivore?

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A carnivore is an animal that primarily eats meat.

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Give an example of a herbivore.

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Examples of herbivores include cows, deer, and rabbits.

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Give an example of an omnivore.

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Examples of omnivores include humans, bears, and pigs.

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Give an example of a carnivore.

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Examples of carnivores include lions, sharks, and eagles.

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What is the role of herbivores in an ecosystem?

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Herbivores help to control plant populations and serve as food for carnivores.

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What is the role of carnivores in an ecosystem?

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Carnivores help to control herbivore populations and maintain balance in the ecosystem.