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What is another name for decomposers?
What is another name for decomposers?
Saprotrophs
What is the role of vultures in an ecosystem?
What is the role of vultures in an ecosystem?
To keep the ecosystem free of the bodies of dead animals or carrion.
Define biotic factors.
Define biotic factors.
Biological factors
Who is attributed to the term 'Decomposers'?
Who is attributed to the term 'Decomposers'?
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What are examples of organisms that act as decomposers?
What are examples of organisms that act as decomposers?
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How do decomposers contribute to the ecosystem?
How do decomposers contribute to the ecosystem?
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What type of organisms consume both plants and animals?
What type of organisms consume both plants and animals?
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Which of the following organisms is likely to be an omnivore?
Which of the following organisms is likely to be an omnivore?
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What distinguishes an omnivore from a herbivore?
What distinguishes an omnivore from a herbivore?
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Which of the following organisms would NOT be classified as an omnivore?
Which of the following organisms would NOT be classified as an omnivore?
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What role do omnivores play in the ecosystem in terms of consuming food?
What role do omnivores play in the ecosystem in terms of consuming food?
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