Ecosystems Flashcards
1
Q
What is an ecosystem
A
an ecosystem is a natural system made up of plants and animals in the environment
2
Q
Biotic
A
Alive
3
Q
Abiotic
A
Not alive, not necessarily dead.
4
Q
What is a producer
A
the plants of the ecosystem
5
Q
what does a primary consumer do
A
eats the producer
6
Q
what does the secondary consumer do
A
eats the primary consumer
7
Q
What do decomposers do
A
break down dead material, plants and animals
8
Q
what is a food chain
A
shows direct links in a line between producers and consumers
9
Q
what is a food web
A
a more complex food chain
10
Q
what is an adaptation
A
changes of shape, behaviour or habits to cope with specific conditions
