Chapter 5 - Biomass, Carbon Cycle And Decay Flashcards
1
Q
What is the order of a pyramid of biomass?
A
- Producer
- Herbivore
- Primary carnivore
- Secondary carnivore
2
Q
Why do things decay?
A
Because they are broken down(digested) by microorganism.
3
Q
Microorganism grow better in…?
A
Warm, moist conditions and many of them need lots of oxygen.
4
Q
What is Biomass
A
Biomass is the dry mass of living organisms in an animal or plant.
5
Q
What is the carbon cycle?
A
The carbon cycle is the constant cycling of carbon in nature.
6
Q
What is the equation for Photosynthesis?
A
Carbon dioxide+Water–>Glucose+Oxygen
7
Q
What is the equation for Respiration?
A
Glucose+Oxygen–>Carbon dioxide+water
