Food Chain

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What is a food chain?

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A food chain shows how energy and nutrients flow from one living thing to another in an ecosystem.

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Who is at the top of the food chain?

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The top predator, like a hawk or lion, is at the top of the food chain.

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What do plants provide in a food chain?

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Plants provide energy for herbivores (plant-eating animals) through photosynthesis.

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What is a herbivore?

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A herbivore is an animal that eats only plants.

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What is a carnivore?

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A carnivore is an animal that eats other animals.

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What is an omnivore?

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An omnivore is an animal that eats both plants and animals.

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What does it mean to hibernate?

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Hibernation is when animals sleep for a long time during winter to save energy.

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What is camouflage?

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Camouflage is when an animal blends in with its surroundings to avoid being seen.

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What is mimicry?

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Mimicry is when one animal looks like another to survive.

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What is migration?

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Migration is when animals move from one place to another for food or better weather.