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What are producers and why are they important in an ecosystem?
Producers are organisms that produce chemical energy for themselves and other organisms. They are important because they are the main source of chemical energy for most organisms on Earth.
Which organisms are considered producers?
Plants, some bacteria, and protists are considered producers.
How do animals that eat only plants obtain their chemical energy?
Animals that eat only plants obtain their chemical energy directly from plants.
How do animals that eat other animals get their chemical energy?
Animals that eat other animals get their chemical energy indirectly from plants. The animals they eat obtain their energy from the sugars and carbon-based molecules in plants.
What is the process that captures energy from sunlight to make sugars called?
The process is called photosynthesis.
Test your knowledge on producers and their role in the food chain. Learn about plants, bacteria, and protists that provide chemical energy for other organisms. Explore the connections between different types of animals and their sources of energy.
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