Classification
which kingdom is associated with decomposition?
Fungi
What ultimately powers and provides energy to everything on Earth?
the sun
What is the only part of the carbon cycle that removes carbon dioxide from the universe?
photosynthesis
which part of the skeletal system protects the heart and lungs?
The ribs
Reproduce
Adapt (respond to stimuli)
Cells
Energy
Which trophic level has the most stored energy?
primary producers
what contributes most to the oxygen in the atmosphere?
green plants and algae
which type of muscle tissue is the stomach made out of?
smooth muscle
What is the mode of nutrition for animals?
heterotroph
If we had a food pyramid of grass, rabbits, snakes, and hawks, what trophic level would the snakes be?
What macronutrient is responsible for helping to absorb vitamins A, D, E and K?
fat
Which layer of skin contains nerves, blood
vessels, sweat glands, hairs &
oil glands
dermis
It does not reproduce on its own, it is not made of cells
Why do we only have a few trophic levels?
The transfer of energy is very low and inefficient
which process produces alcohol
alcoholic fermentation
Sneezing and our skin are examples of which kind of defense from our immune system?
first line of defense
What makes species unique from all the other taxonomic groups
They are the most specific and have fertile offspring
What percentage of energy gets transferred to each trophic level?
10%
Which part of the carbon cycle moves the most carbon?
The vaporization between the ocean surface and the atmosphere
What are the functions of the kidneys?
filters waste from the blood, produce urine, eliminate excess urea and other waste materials