Animal Nutrition Check up

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What is a detritivore?

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An organism that eats decaying organic matter.

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What is the primary function of molars in herbivores?

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Molars are used for grinding plant material.

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What type of food would a zebra likely eat?

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Timothy Hay, Bananas, and Kale because they are rich in carbohydrates.

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What are the three ways organisms use ingested food?

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Egested waste, respiration, heat loss.

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Why is it important to learn about the feeding behaviors of animals?

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Because we are learning about how energy is obtained and passed in an ecosystem.

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What is the role of herbivores in an ecosystem?

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Herbivores consume plants and convert the energy stored in plant matter into forms that can be used by other organisms.

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What is the difference between a carnivore and a herbivore?

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Carnivores eat other animals, while herbivores primarily eat plants.

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What is an omnivore?

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An organism that eats both plants and animals.

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How do decomposers contribute to the ecosystem?

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Decomposers break down dead organic matter, returning nutrients to the soil.

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What is the significance of energy transfer in food chains?

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Energy transfer is crucial for maintaining the balance of ecosystems and supporting life.