5 Questions
What is the primary way that energy enters an ecosystem?
Photosynthesis
What role do animals play in the movement of matter and energy through an ecosystem?
They feed on plants and on one another
Which factor controls the overall structure of an ecosystem?
External factors such as climate
What role do decomposers play in nutrient cycling within an ecosystem?
They convert nutrients stored in dead biomass back to a form that can be readily used by plants and microbes
What role do internal factors play in an ecosystem?
Control ecosystem processes
Test your knowledge about ecosystems and ecological systems with this quiz. Explore the interactions between organisms and their physical environment, including nutrient cycles, energy flows, and the roles of plants and animals.
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