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What role do green plants play in the food chain?

  • Producers (correct)
  • Predators
  • Consumers
  • Decomposers

    • How do decomposers contribute to the nutrient cycle in an ecosystem?

  • By competing with consumers for food
  • By breaking down dead organic matter (correct)
  • By producing food for plants
  • By consuming living animals

    • What is an example of a scavenger?

  • A vulture (correct)
  • A lion
  • A snake
  • A rabbit

    • Which statement best describes a food web?

    <p>A collection of interconnected food chains (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence of having too many deer in an ecosystem?

    <p>Overgrazing of grass (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which organisms assist in the decomposition process?

    <p>Bacteria and fungi (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when the balance of an ecosystem is disrupted?

    <p>Some species may become extinct (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following roles do forests play in maintaining air quality?

    <p>They act as a sink for carbon dioxide. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do animals play a role in the lifecycle of plants?

    <p>Through pollination and seed dispersal. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant consequence of deforestation on the carbon cycle?

    <p>It leads to an increase in the earth's temperature. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do decomposers play in ecosystems?

    <p>They aid in nutrient recycling by breaking down dead matter. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a food web, what directly supports the survival of herbivores?

    <p>The availability of green plants. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which relationship is an example of mutualism in ecosystems?

    <p>Animals dispersing seeds for plants. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which factor contributes to the complexity of food webs in an ecosystem?

    <p>The variety of plant and animal interactions. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What process do plants utilize to convert carbon dioxide into food?

    <p>Photosynthesis. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the role of scavengers in an ecosystem?

    <p>They feed on dead animals, helping to recycle nutrients. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of decomposers in an ecosystem?

    <p>To convert dead materials into nutrients for the soil (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements best describes a food chain?

    <p>A linear sequence of organisms each depending on the previous for food (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a food web, which group of organisms plays a critical role in connecting different food chains?

    <p>Consumers (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the significance of nutrient recycling in ecosystems?

    <p>It ensures the continuous availability of nutrients for plants and animals (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following organisms is considered an omnivore?

    <p>A bear that eats both berries and fish (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do plants contribute to soil stability?

    <p>By binding the soil with their roots (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do saprophytic microorganisms play in an ecosystem?

    <p>They break down dead organic matter to enrich soil (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a primary reason for the lack of waste in a forest ecosystem?

    <p>Decomposers efficiently break down organic matter (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement best describes the interdependence of plants and animals in an ecosystem?

    <p>Plants provide food while animals contribute to pollination and seed dispersal (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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    Food Chain

    A sequence of organisms where each eats the preceding one, representing energy flow in nature.

    Producer

    Organisms, such as plants, that produce their own food.

    Consumer

    Organisms that cannot make their own food and rely on other organisms for energy.

    Food Web

    A complex network of interconnected food chains, showing how energy flows in an ecosystem.

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    Scavenger

    An animal that feeds on dead animals.

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    Decomposer

    Organisms that break down dead organisms into simpler substances.

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    Balance in nature

    The idea that populations of different living things need to be in a certain proportion for a healthy ecosystem.

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    Soil Erosion

    The wearing away of topsoil by wind or water.

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    Soil Fertility

    The ability of soil to support plant growth.

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    Herbivores

    Animals that eat only plants.

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    Carnivores

    Animals that eat only other animals.

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    Omnivores

    Animals that eat both plants and animals.

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    Forest's role in air purification

    Forests absorb carbon dioxide through photosynthesis and release oxygen, maintaining the balance of gases in the atmosphere.

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    Deforestation and CO2

    Loss of forests increases atmospheric carbon dioxide, leading to global warming.

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    Soil's role in forest growth

    Healthy soil is essential for supporting forest growth and regeneration.

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    Forest canopy

    The top layer of a forest, formed by the branches of tall trees.

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    Animal dependence on plants (food)

    All animals, directly or indirectly, rely on plants for sustenance.

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    Animal dependence on plants (oxygen)

    Plants release oxygen crucial for animal respiration.

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    Plant need for carbon dioxide

    Plants use carbon dioxide during photosynthesis to create food.

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    Pollination and plants

    Some plants rely on animals (insects, birds, bats) to transfer pollen for reproduction.

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    Seed dispersal

    Seeds are spread by animals, wind, and other means, leading to plant growth in new locations.

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    Study Notes

    Forests: Our Lifeline

    • The word "forest" comes from Latin, meaning "out of doors"
    • Forests are lands beyond areas used for agriculture or parks.
    • They're typically composed of trees and other forms of life.
    • About one-third of the world's land surface is forested.
    • Forest types vary depending on climate, topography, and soil.

    Forest Profile

    • Forests have diverse tree species (teak, sal, shisham, kachnar, amla, neem, palash, khair, bamboos)
    • Other elements found include shrubs, herbs, climbers, and creepers.
    • Dense forests have a dark floor due to dense tree canopy.
    • Low-light forest floors support mosses, lichens, and other shade-loving plants.
    • The canopy (upper layer of branches) creates a roof over lower plants.
    • The crown is the branchy part of a tree above the stem, which has varying shapes and sizes.
    • Horizontal layers in a forest (based on tree height) are called understory layers.

    Uses of Forests

    • Forests are crucial food sources for all living things.
    • Forests provide wood, fibre, shelter, medicines, rubber, and other resources.
    • They maintain temperature and water cycles.
    • They're beneficial in regulating rainfall.
    • Forests purify water through root systems.
    • Forests regulate CO2 and O2 levels in the air, mitigating climate change.
    • They prevent soil erosion from water and wind.
    • Forests reduce flooding by absorbing rainwater.
    • They help control noise pollution.
    • Forests provide ecological balance for living things by generating a habitat for different animals.
    • Forests provide recreation and tourism opportunities.

    Useful Plants and Products

    • Forests offer a wide array of resources: food (cereals, pulses, vegetables, fruits), beverages (tea, coffee), spices, etc.
    • Oil seeds, fibres for clothing (cotton, jute, linen, hemp), and numerous medicines are also derived.
    • Timber is used for construction.
    • Forests provide paper, rubber, resins, bamboo, and cane for a variety of uses.
    • Forests are sources of ornamental plants for aesthetic enhancement.

    Food Chain and Food Web

    • Animals depend directly or indirectly on plants.
    • A food chain shows the flow of energy between organisms.
    • Producers (plants) create energy through photosynthesis.
    • Consumers (animals) eat producers or other consumers.
    • Decomposers break down dead organisms.
    • A food web is a network of interconnected food chains.
    • Different life forms (with differing trophic levels of food chain) make up a biotic community.
    • There's a balance of life in nature, where all organisms play a part in a complex system.

    Importance of Forests: Protection, Conservation, and Deforestation

    • Forests prevent soil erosion.
    • Certain plants enrich soil fertility.
    • Forests are indispensable for maintaining ecological balance.
    • Deforestation leads to climate change, species loss, and environmental problems.
    • Measures to prevent deforestation include afforestation, planned cultivation, preventing illegal logging.
    • Overgrazing affects forests.
    • Forest fires are a significant problem in natural ecosystems, needing to be contained and prevented whenever possible.

    Interdependence of Plants and Animals

    • Plants produce their own food (producers).
    • Animals consume plants or other animals (consumers).
    • Decomposers break down dead matter.
    • These interlinked relationships are crucial for a healthy ecosystem.
    • All organisms need to interact in balance with one another.
    • The balance of life forms depends on this interplay between species.

    Importance of Biodiversity Hotspots

    • Forests are essential in preserving wide-range life forms.
    • Forests conserve different genetic variations and hence preserve natural diversity.

    Forest Protection

    • Humans can have a detrimental effect on forest health and ecosystem balance through fire and deforestation.
    • Forest conservation efforts are crucial for maintaining natural environments and species integrity.

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