Unit 4 Test Review - Energy & Matter in Ecosystems

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What term describes a species that is not native to an ecosystem and causes harm?

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Invasive

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What is an example of a decomposer in an ecosystem?

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Fungi

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How do fish and coral work together in a coral reef ecosystem?

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Coral provides shelter for fish, while fish consume harmful plants that could damage the coral.

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What is the term for all the organisms that live in the same place?

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Community

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How does overfishing impact coral reefs?

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Overfishing removes key fish species that help maintain the health of the reef.

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What is the role of a decomposer in an ecosystem?

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

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What is a habitat?

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A habitat is the natural environment where an organism lives.

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What is a population in ecological terms?

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A population is a group of individuals of the same species living in a specific area.

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What is a niche?

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A niche is the role or function of an organism or species within an ecosystem.

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What is the relationship between predators and prey?

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Predators hunt and eat prey, helping to control the population of the prey species.