Energy Flow in Ecosystems Quiz
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What type of consumer primarily consumes plants?

  • Scavenger
  • Herbivore (correct)
  • Omnivore
  • Carnivore

    • Which type of consumer feeds on the dead carcasses of larger animals?

  • Carnivore
  • Omnivore
  • Detritivore (correct)
  • Herbivore

    • In an energy pyramid, why does the amount of available energy decrease as you move up the levels?

  • Higher consumers require less energy
  • More energy is lost as heat at each level (correct)
  • Primary consumers are more efficient at energy conversion
  • Energy is recycled efficiently between consumers

    • What is the role of decomposers in an ecosystem?

    <p>Recycling organic materials from dead organisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are the chemical cycles in an ecosystem referred to as biogeochemical cycles?

    <p>Due to the involvement of both biotic and abiotic components</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main focus of life for most organisms?

    <p>Converting energy and nutrients into descendants</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is energy passed on from producers to other organisms?

    <p>Some energy is stored and then passed on to consumers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to the energy that is not used by producers?

    <p>It is lost as heat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do nutrients play in an organism's life?

    <p>Provide energy for metabolic processes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In an ecosystem, what form does the energy used by organisms usually come in?

    <p>Light, organic molecules, or inorganic molecules</p> Signup and view all the answers

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