Biology Final Redemption

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What is the process of change over time in living organisms called?

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Evolution

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Which organisms are known to produce all of the available energy in a food web?

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Producers, such as grass and plants.

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Can antibiotics treat viral infections?

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No, antibiotics cannot treat viral infections.

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What is the apex predator in a food web?

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The apex predator is the species at the top of the food chain that has no natural predators.

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Do viruses have the ability to reproduce on their own?

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No, viruses cannot reproduce on their own; they require a host cell.

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What is the role of producers in an ecosystem?

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Producers convert sunlight into energy through photosynthesis, forming the base of the food web.

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Define 'food web'.

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A food web is a complex network of feeding relationships among organisms in an ecosystem.

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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 where each is eaten by the next, while a food web is a more complex interconnection of multiple food chains.

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What is an example of a primary consumer?

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Herbivores, such as rabbits or deer, that eat plants.

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What is the significance of decomposers in an ecosystem?

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Decomposers break down dead organic matter, recycling nutrients back into the soil.