What is an ecosystem?
An ecosystem is a community of living organisms and their interactions with each other and their environment.
Where do plants get their energy from?
The sun.
What is symbiosis?
A close relationship between two different organisms, where both benefit from the relationship.
Animals have adaptations that help them _______.
Survive
What is camouflage?
Camouflage is the ability of an animal to blend in with its surroundings, making it difficult to be seen.
Food webs show how ______ flows and organisms eat each other in an ecosystem
What are the three types of symbiotic relationships?
Commensalism, mutualism, & parasitism.
What are adapatations?
Adapatations are changes in an organism's physical or behavioral characteristics that help it survive in its environment.
Define instinct.
Instinct: an innate, fixed pattern of behavior in animals in response to certain stimuli.
Name two secondary consumers in the following food web:
Provide an definition & example of mutualism.
A type of symbiotic relationship where both organisms benefit from living together.
Birds that ride around on herd animals like zebras and eat their bugs.
Provide an example of an adaptation you've seen in nature?
Answers will vary.
Example: The snow hare's fur turning from brown in the summer to white in the winter.
Define keystone
Keystone: a central or crucial element that holds a whole system together.
What happens when a keystone species is removed from the ecosystem?
The ecosystem becomes unbalanced, some species become too plentiful which can impact other species ability to thrive.
Provide a definition and example of commensalism.
A type of symbiotic relationship where one organism benefits, but the other is not helped or harmed.
Manatees provide a surface for the algae to grow on, while the algae do not harm the manatees.
What are the two types of adaptations?
What is mimicry?
Mimicry is the resemblance of one species to another species or to its surroundings, providing protection against predators.
What is the difference between a food web and a food chain?
A food chain shows a single line of energy throughout an ecosystem, a food web shows all of the flow of energy throughout the entire ecosystem.
Provide a definition and example of parasitism.
A type of symbiotic relationship where one organism benefits at the expense of the other, often causing harm or illness.
Ticks are parasites that feed on the blood of animals, including humans, and can transmit diseases.
One is an innate, fixed pattern of behavior while the other is acquired through observation and imitation of other animals.