Environments Flashcards

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What is an ecosystem?

A

An ecosystem is a community of living organisms and their physical environment interacting as a system.

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True or False: All ecosystems are the same.

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False

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Which of the following is NOT a type of biome? a) Desert b) Tundra c) Urban d) Forest

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c) Urban

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What is biodiversity?

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Biodiversity refers to the variety of life in a particular habitat or ecosystem.

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True or False: Climate change can impact ecosystems.

A

True

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Which biome is characterized by very low temperatures and permafrost?

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Tundra

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Fill in the blank: The _____ cycle describes the movement of water through the environment.

A

water

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What is the primary source of energy for most ecosystems?

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The Sun

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True or False: In a food chain, producers are at the top of the chain.

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False

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

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A food chain shows a linear sequence of energy flow, while a food web shows interconnected food chains.

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Which process do plants use to convert sunlight into energy?

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Photosynthesis

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