Organisms Growth and Characteristics Quiz
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Which of the following accurately describes how plants release energy?

  • Plants release energy by absorbing nutrients from the soil.
  • Plants release energy by absorbing carbon dioxide from the air.
  • Plants release energy by breaking down the nutrients they absorb. (correct)
  • Plants release energy by absorbing sunlight directly.

    • What happens if an area of soil lacks nutrients for plants?

  • The plants cannot make any food.
  • The plants will all die very quickly.
  • The plants will not be able to make any food. (correct)
  • All of the above will happen.

    • Which is NOT a requirement for plants to make food molecules?

  • Water molecules
  • Nitrogen from the air
  • Energy from the sun
  • Vitamin C from the soil (correct)

    • Which of the following is an example of matter?

    <p>Rocks</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which activity does an organism need to release energy from food molecules?

    <p>Worm digging in soil</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a restriction plan meant for in an ecosystem?

    <p>To help the ecosystem recover from damage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In an ecosystem, what is the primary source of energy?

    <p>The sun</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When an organism consumes food, what happens to the food molecules?

    <p>Only a small fraction of food molecules become part of the organism's body matter.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a food web, what do the arrows represent?

    <p>The transfer of matter and energy from one organism to another.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is considered a living organism in an ecosystem?

    <p>Mushroom</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of decomposers in an ecosystem?

    <p>They break down dead organic matter and recycle nutrients.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In a food chain, what happens to the matter and energy as it moves from one organism to another?

    <p>Matter is conserved, but energy is lost at each level.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about organisms is true?

    <p>For something to be considered matter, it must occupy space.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the food web, which organism(s) consume seaweed?

    <p>Crabs and snails</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If all the seaweed in the ecosystem died, what would be two potential effects?

    <p>Both A and C are correct.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about scientists is false?

    <p>Scientists argue only when they are angry with one another.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about food chains is true?

    <p>Disruptions in one part of the food chain can impact other parts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a potential ecosystem restoration strategy?

    <p>Reintroducing native plant species to an area.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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