Ecosystems & Energy Transfer Flashcards
1
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What is an ecosystem?
A
An ecosystem is an area containing a self-sustained community of organisms and their physical surroundings.
2
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What are within ecosystems?
A
Autotrophs (self-feeders) and Heterotrophs
3
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What are Autotrophs?
A
Autotrophs (self-feeders) are plants that make their own food. They are also known as producers
4
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What are Heterotrophs?
A
Heterotrophs are animals and decay organisms that are unable to make their own food so they get their energy by consuming other organisms.
5
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What are Heterotrophs that eat plants called?
A
Herbivores, they are primary consumers
6
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What are Heterotrophs that eat other animals called?
A
Carnivores, they are secondary or tertiary consumers
