Ecosystem

What are characteristics of Biotic factors (what can they do)? (Mark all that apply)

• respond to stimuli

• pass on traits

• repair cells

• grow

• reproduce

Animals that get their energy from plants are called ________________.

• Primary Producer

• Secondary Consumer (Omnivores/Carnivores)

• Tertiary Consumer (Carnivores)

• Primary Consumer (Herbivores)

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NGSS.MS-LS2-2

Animals that get their energy from herbivorous animals are called ______________________.

• Tertiary Consumers

• Primary Consumers

• Secondary Consumers

• Producers

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3

Microorganisms and fungi are examples of ______________________.

• Decomposers

• Producers

• Consumers

• Chemical Energy

Food chains always start with __________________.

• producers

• consumers

• the sun

• decomposers

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

What is the main difference between a food chain and a food web?

• A food web is always smaller than a food chain

• A food chain shows only one path of energy flow, while a food web shows multiple paths

• Food chains and food webs show exactly the same information

• A food chain is only found in oceans, while food webs are found on land

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3

Which ecosystem is characterized by hot temperatures and very little rainfall?

• Temperate Forest

• Desert

• Tundra

• Grassland

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Which ecosystem is known for its four distinct seasons and a variety of tree species?

• Rainforest

• Savanna

• Temperate Forest

• Desert

Which ecosystem receives the most rainfall and has the greatest diversity of plant and animal life?

• Grassland

• Rainforest

• Tundra

• Desert

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NGSS.MS-LS2-5

Which ecosystem is characterized by large open spaces and is often used for farming?

• Tundra

• Rainforest

• Savanna

• Grassland