Matter and Energy in Ecosystems: Chapter 1

Front

What is a closed ecosystem made by humans?

Back

Biodome

Front

Where does photosynthesis occur in a cell?

Back

Chloroplast

Front

Which group of organisms in a forest carries out photosynthesis?

Back

Plants

Front

What term describes matter that makes up living and once-living organisms in an ecosystem?

Back

Biotic

Front

What is the process by which plants use sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into oxygen and glucose?

Back

Photosynthesis

Front

What is the term for non-living components of an ecosystem?

Back

Abiotic

Front

What is the main gas that plants take in during photosynthesis?

Back

Carbon dioxide

Front

What do plants release as a byproduct of photosynthesis?

Back

Oxygen

Front

What is the role of decomposers in an ecosystem?

Back

They break down dead organisms and recycle nutrients.

Front

What is the primary source of energy for most ecosystems?

Back

The Sun