Ecology

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What is ecology?

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Ecology is the study of interactions between living organisms and their environment.

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What is a producer in an ecosystem?

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A producer is an organism that converts energy from the sun into food, typically through photosynthesis.

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What is a consumer in an ecosystem?

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A consumer is an organism that obtains energy by eating other organisms.

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What is a decomposer?

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A decomposer is an organism that breaks down dead or decaying organisms, returning nutrients to the soil.

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What is a niche?

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A niche is the role or function of an organism within its ecosystem, including its habitat, resource use, and interactions with other organisms.

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What is an energy pyramid?

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An energy pyramid is a graphical representation of the energy flow in an ecosystem, showing the energy available at each trophic level.

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What percentage of energy is typically passed from producers to primary consumers?

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Typically, only about 10% of the energy from producers is passed to primary consumers.

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What is the role of herbivores in an ecosystem?

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Herbivores are primary consumers that eat plants and convert the energy stored in plants into energy for higher trophic levels.

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What is the difference between a food chain and a food web?

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A food chain is a linear sequence of organisms through which nutrients and energy pass, while a food web is a complex network of interconnected food chains.

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What are invasive species?

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Invasive species are non-native organisms that spread widely in a new habitat, often causing harm to native species and ecosystems.