8 Questions
What type of organisms are autotrophs in an ecosystem?
Photoautotrophs
Which component is considered the ultimate energy source for most ecosystems?
Sunlight
What do chemoautotrophs contribute to an ecosystem?
Energy from inorganic compounds
Which law of thermodynamics relates to energy transformation in ecosystems?
Second Law
What is the primary role of heterotrophs in an ecosystem?
Break down organic matter
Which process involves the movement of nutrients through ecosystems?
Biogeochemical cycling
What role does sunlight play in the global hydrological cycle?
Driving the water cycle
In an ecosystem, what is the main function of decomposers?
Break down dead organisms and waste
Learn about different categories of organisms in nature including heterotrophs, bacteriovores, fungivores, predators, herbivores, and detritivores. Explore food webs in rivers like Chatham River and Guanapo River, and understand the concepts of allochthonous and autochthonous sources of organic matter.
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