1.4 Ecology Test Unit Practice (2023)

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What is the chemical formula for glucose?

Back

C6H12O6

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What method is used to measure populations that do not move?

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Random sampling

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True or False: Energy can be lost due to growth.

Back

True

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Seaweed/algae are considered what level of consumers?

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1st level consumers

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What is the primary function of glucose in living organisms?

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Glucose serves as a primary energy source for cellular respiration.

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Define 'ecosystem'.

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An ecosystem is a community of living organisms interacting with their physical environment.

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What is the role of producers in an ecosystem?

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Producers, such as plants, convert sunlight into energy through photosynthesis.

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Explain the concept of 'trophic levels'.

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Trophic levels represent the hierarchical levels in an ecosystem, defined by how organisms obtain energy.

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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 is the significance of biodiversity in an ecosystem?

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Biodiversity enhances ecosystem resilience, productivity, and stability.