Types of Ecosystems
Which type of ecosystem is characterized by very little rainfall and extreme temperature changes?
Desert
What are the organisms called that make their own food through photosynthesis?
Producers
In a food chain, what do we call the organism that makes its own food?
Producer
What is the term for the non-living parts of an ecosystem, such as temperature and water?
Abiotic Factors
What does "conservation" mean in the context of ecosystems?
The protection and preservation of natural environments and resources
What type of ecosystem is found in the Arctic and is known for being cold and icy?
Tundra
What do we call animals that eat plants only?
Herbivores
Which level in a food chain would an herbivore fall under?
Primary Consumer
Which of the following is a biotic factor in an ecosystem?
A) Water
B) Sunlight
C) Plants
D) Temperature
C) Plants
Which activity would be most harmful to biodiversity in an ecosystem?
A) Planting native species
B) Recycling waste
C) Deforestation
D) Protecting endangered species
C) Deforestation
What is the largest type of land ecosystem, characterized by coniferous trees and cold winters?
Taiga (Boreal Forest)
What is the role of decomposers in an ecosystem?
Decomposers break down dead organisms and return nutrients to the soil.
What is the top predator in a food web called?
Apex Predator
What abiotic factor affects the types of plants that can grow in an ecosystem?
Climate (temperature and precipitation)
What is the term for the gradual loss of species in an ecosystem?
Extinction
What type of ecosystem consists of vast forests and is typically located in tropical areas near the equator?
Tropical Rainforest
Which type of consumer eats other consumers (animals)?
Carnivores
Which part of the food chain includes organisms that eat both producers and consumers?
Omnivores
What biotic factor in an ecosystem includes animals, fungi, and bacteria?
Living organisms or Biotic Factors
What is a major cause of environmental pollution and harm to ecosystems?
Human activity (e.g., industrialization, pollution)
Which ecosystem is found in coastal areas, often with marshes, tidal flats, and sea grasses?
Saltwater Marshes (or Estuaries)
What is the term for animals that eat both plants and animals?
Omnivores
In a food web, which type of organism connects different food chains by feeding on both plants and animals?
Omnivores or Scavengers
How does sunlight affect ecosystems?
Sunlight provides energy for photosynthesis, which is the foundation of food chains.
What is a sustainable practice that can help conserve ecosystems?
Using renewable resources and reducing waste (e.g., recycling, energy conservation)