Organisms and Their Environment

An organism that only eats plants.

An organism that feeds on primary consumers.

An organism that feeds on secondary consumers.

Organism that breaks down dead things for nutrients.

Series of organisms where energy passes from one to another.

Interconnected food chains in an ecosystem.

Energy flows in one direction in an ecosystem, not in cycle.

Community of living organisms interacting with the non-living environment.

A cycle where predator populations affect prey populations, and vice-versa.

A diagram showing the number of organisms in each trophic level of a food chain.

Different feeding levels in a food chain.

A diagram that compares the total mass of organisms at each trophic level.

A pyramid of numbers represents the count of each organism in a food chain.

Pyramids of numbers do not consider organism size or if they are juveniles or adults.

A visual representation of trophic levels in a food chain, showing energy flow between them.

The flow of energy that is transfered between organisms.

Oceans absorb CO2 from the atmosphere through solubility and photosynthesis by aquatic plants.

Forests absorb CO2 through photosynthesis and store carbon in trees.

A natural environment that absorbs CO2 from the atmosphere, storing it.

Plants use CO2 to create energy and store carbon.

Carbon compounds buried deep underground, become coal, oil, or natural gas.

International treaty to limit global warming.

Clearing of forests.

Actions to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

A natural process where certain gases in the atmosphere trap heat from the sun, warming the Earth.

The gradual increase in Earth's average temperature caused by human activities.

Long-term shifts in weather patterns and temperatures, often caused by global warming.

When corals expel the algae that live in their tissues, turning white and losing their ability to support as many species.

The decline in the variety of species and ecosystems in a particular area.

A method to control dengue outbreaks by introducing Wolbachia bacteria into male Aedes mosquitoes, which prevents egg hatching.

The process of the ocean becoming more acidic due to the absorption of carbon dioxide from the atmosphere.

The weakening of shellfish shells due to ocean acidification, making them more vulnerable.

Cutting down trees reduces photosynthesis, leading to higher atmospheric CO2 levels. This contributes to global warming.

Erosion due to deforestation deposits soil in rivers and streams, blocking water flow and causing floods.

Loss of vegetation and fertile soil due to deforestation, causing land to become barren and unsuitable for plant growth.

Burning fossil fuels like coal and gas releases large amounts of CO2 into the atmosphere, contributing to global warming.

Burning plastic waste releases greenhouse gases, including CO2, into the atmosphere, worsening global warming.

Greenhouse gases absorb energy from the sun, trapping heat in the atmosphere and causing the planet to warm.

Excessive levels of CO2 in the atmosphere, caused by human activities like deforestation and burning fossil fuels, contribute to global warming.

Protecting and preserving natural resources, like forests and wildlife, for the benefit of present and future generations.

The variety of life in an ecosystem, encompassing different species, their genes, and the habitats they live in.

The range of different genes within a population of organisms.

Using resources wisely to meet present needs without compromising future generations' ability to use them.

Reasons for conservation include: maintaining biodiversity, scientific research, economic benefits, ecosystem stability, and preserving natural beauty.

Plants used for creating medicines, showcasing the importance of biodiversity for human health.

Conservation measures and lifestyle changes are crucial to preserve balanced ecosystems and combat climate change.