Food Webs (04/17)

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What is an omnivore?

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An omnivore is an organism that eats both meat and plants.

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What role does a millipede play in the ecosystem when it breaks down dead material?

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A millipede acts as a decomposer.

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What is a producer in a food web?

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A producer is an organism that makes its own food.

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What is the original source of energy for a food web?

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The original source of energy for a food web is the sun.

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What do arrows in a food web represent?

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Arrows in a food web represent the flow of energy.

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What is a decomposer?

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A decomposer is an organism that breaks down dead organisms and recycles nutrients back into the ecosystem.

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What is a primary consumer?

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A primary consumer is an organism that eats producers, typically herbivores.

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What is an apex predator?

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An apex predator is a predator at the top of the food chain that has no natural enemies.

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What is the difference between a herbivore and a carnivore?

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A herbivore only eats plants, while a carnivore only eats meat.

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How do plants contribute to a food web?

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Plants are producers that convert sunlight into energy through photosynthesis.