Matter in an Ecosystem

What are all parts of an ecosystem made of?

• Energy

• Matter

• Cells

• Water

What is matter made up of?

• Soil particles

• Cells

• Atoms and molecules

• Water droplets

What does an animal need to grow?

• Water

• Sunlight

• Matter

• Air

Where does the new matter needed for growth come from?

• Food

• The water

• Sunlight

• The air

What happens to the matter from food that isn't used by the animal?

• It turns into water

• It becomes part of the animal's body

• It is stored for later use

• It ends up as waste

What do animals use some of the food matter for?

• To get energy

• To play

• To communicate

• To sleep

What scientist studies ecosystems?

• Biologist

• Zoologist

• Ecologist

• Geologist