Ecology Chapter 3: Trophic Levels
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What is the primary chemical reaction associated with photosynthesis?

  • $6CO_2 + 6H_2O > solar energy + glucose + 6O_2$
  • $6CO_2 + 6H_2O + solar energy > C_6H_{12}O_6 + 6O_2$ (correct)
  • $6O_2 + glucose > 6CO_2 + 6H_2O$
  • $C_6H_{12}O_6 + 6O_2 > 6CO_2 + 6H_2O + energy$
  • What role do cyanobacteria play in the history of Earth's atmosphere?

  • They began the process of photosynthesis that increased atmospheric oxygen. (correct)
  • They are responsible for the first extinction event.
  • They are a type of animal that consumes atmospheric oxygen.
  • They contribute to soil degradation through their metabolic processes.
  • Which of the following statements best describes soil?

  • Soil has no effect on water purification processes.
  • Soil is a renewable resource that provides nutrients for terrestrial plants. (correct)
  • Soil is a non-renewable resource that cannot replenish itself.
  • Soil supports aquatic life and is essential for ocean ecosystems.
  • What is the approximate percentage of oxygen in the atmosphere after cyanobacteria's activity over hundreds of millions of years?

    <p>21%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what level of organization do ecologists study ecosystems?

    <p>From molecules to ecosystems</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of producers in an ecosystem?

    <p>To create their own nutrients from environmental sources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which process do plants use to create carbohydrates and store energy?

    <p>Photosynthesis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes consumers in an ecosystem?

    <p>Organisms that rely on consuming other organisms for nutrients</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What do producers emit as a byproduct of photosynthesis?

    <p>Oxygen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of trophic levels in an ecosystem?

    <p>They classify organisms based on their nutrient sources</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Ecosystem Components

    • Organisms are categorized into trophic levels based on their nutrient sources.
    • Primary producers, or autotrophs, such as green plants, create their own nutrients through photosynthesis.
    • Photosynthesis captures solar energy to convert carbon dioxide and water into carbohydrates and oxygen.
    • The chemical reaction for photosynthesis can be summarized as:
      • 6 CO₂ + 6 H₂O + solar energy → C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6 O₂
    • Cyanobacteria, early photosynthetic organisms, emerged about 2.8 billion years ago, contributing oxygen to the atmosphere.

    Nutrient Cycling

    • Ecosystems consist of a diverse network of food chains formed into food webs, as most consumers feed on multiple organism types.
    • Soil serves as a renewable resource, providing essential nutrients for terrestrial plants and playing a role in water purification and climate regulation.

    Water Cycle and Human Impact

    • Water cycles through ecosystems, with some water penetrating the soil to recharge aquifers, while other water evaporates back into the atmosphere.
    • Precipitation may also freeze into glaciers.
    • Human activities disrupt the natural cycling of matter, leading to increased water runoff and reduced groundwater recharge.
    • Deforestation for agriculture and urban construction diminishes soil permeability and water infiltration.

    Connections Between Nutrients and Life

    • Nutrient cycles link past, present, and future life forms, emphasizing sustainability.
    • Carbon atoms from different life forms, including plants and animals, demonstrate the interconnectedness of life in ecosystems.

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