Ecology Unit Review

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What are decomposers?

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Organisms that break down dead organic material and recycle nutrients back into the ecosystem.

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What role do producers play in an ecosystem?

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Producers, such as plants, create their own food through photosynthesis and form the base of the food web.

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What is biodiversity?

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The variety of different species in an ecosystem, which contributes to its stability and resilience.

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How do herbivores fit into the food web?

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Herbivores are primary consumers that eat plants and transfer energy from producers to higher trophic levels.

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What is the impact of driving cars on the environment?

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Driving cars releases carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, contributing to climate change.

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What is a food web?

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A complex network of feeding relationships among various organisms in an ecosystem.

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Why are decomposers important for ecosystem stability?

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They break down dead matter, returning essential nutrients to the soil for plants to use.

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What happens when biodiversity is reduced?

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Ecosystems become more vulnerable to diseases and pests, leading to potential collapse.

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What is the difference between primary and tertiary consumers?

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Primary consumers eat producers (plants), while tertiary consumers eat secondary consumers (other animals).

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What is an invasive species?

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A non-native species that spreads widely in a new habitat, often harming native species and ecosystems.