TWHW9 Rami Bio Midterm review

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What is a taproot?

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A taproot is a large, central, and dominant root from which other roots sprout laterally. It is typically found in plants like carrots and dandelions.

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What is a fibrous root?

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A fibrous root system consists of many thin roots that spread out from the base of the plant. It is common in grasses and helps prevent soil erosion.

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What percentage of energy is typically transferred from one trophic level to the next in an ecosystem?

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About 10% of the energy is transferred from one trophic level to the next, while the rest is lost as heat.

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What is biomass?

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Biomass refers to the total mass of living matter within a given area or volume, often used to measure the energy available in an ecosystem.

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What is biodiversity?

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Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem, including the number of different species and their relative abundance.

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What is peristalsis?

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Peristalsis is the series of wave-like muscle contractions that move food through the digestive tract, particularly in the esophagus.

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What role do producers play in an ecosystem?

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Producers, such as plants, convert sunlight into energy through photosynthesis, forming the base of the food chain.

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What is the significance of grass in an ecosystem?

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Grass serves as a primary producer, providing energy for herbivores and contributing to soil stability and biodiversity.

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What is a consumer in an ecosystem?

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Consumers are organisms that obtain energy by feeding on other organisms, including herbivores, carnivores, and omnivores.

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What is an example of a primary consumer?

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An example of a primary consumer is an insect that feeds on grass.