Understand food chains and food webs - Middle School Life Science
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Which of these is defined as "a series of organisms through which nutrients and energy move"?
Which of these is defined as "a series of organisms through which nutrients and energy move"?
The answer is "food chain."
The transfer of energy in ecosystems occurs when organisms consume one another. Energy is transferred from the organism that is consumed to the organism that does the consuming. A food chain is a representation of this, and shows the “chain” of organisms through which nutrients and energy move.
In a food chain, each organism occupies a different trophic level, defined by how many energy transfers separate it from where the chain begins, with “producers” or “autotrophs” at the bottom, collecting energy from the sun. As you move up the food chain, more and more energy is lost to heat and used by organisms so top predators need to consume more prey to get the same amount of energy from the trophic level below them. Food webs consist of many interconnected food chains and are a more realistic representation of consumption relationships in ecosystems.
The answer is "food chain."
The transfer of energy in ecosystems occurs when organisms consume one another. Energy is transferred from the organism that is consumed to the organism that does the consuming. A food chain is a representation of this, and shows the “chain” of organisms through which nutrients and energy move.
In a food chain, each organism occupies a different trophic level, defined by how many energy transfers separate it from where the chain begins, with “producers” or “autotrophs” at the bottom, collecting energy from the sun. As you move up the food chain, more and more energy is lost to heat and used by organisms so top predators need to consume more prey to get the same amount of energy from the trophic level below them. Food webs consist of many interconnected food chains and are a more realistic representation of consumption relationships in ecosystems.
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Which of these organisms in the food chain receives the LEAST amount of energy from their prey?
Which of these organisms in the food chain receives the LEAST amount of energy from their prey?
The answer is "Killer Whales" because they are at the top of the food chain, and energy transfer is inefficient. Only about 10% of energy moves from one organism to the next.
The transfer of energy in ecosystems occurs when organisms consume one another. Energy is transferred from the organism that is consumed to the organism that does the consuming. A food chain is a representation of this, and shows the “chain” of organisms through which nutrients and energy move.
In a food chain, each organism occupies a different trophic level, defined by how many energy transfers separate it from where the chain begins, with “producers” or “autotrophs” at the bottom, collecting energy from the sun. As you move up the food chain, more and more energy is lost to heat and used by organisms so top predators need to consume more prey to get the same amount of energy from the trophic level below them. Food webs consist of many interconnected food chains and are a more realistic representation of consumption relationships in ecosystems.
The answer is "Killer Whales" because they are at the top of the food chain, and energy transfer is inefficient. Only about 10% of energy moves from one organism to the next.
The transfer of energy in ecosystems occurs when organisms consume one another. Energy is transferred from the organism that is consumed to the organism that does the consuming. A food chain is a representation of this, and shows the “chain” of organisms through which nutrients and energy move.
In a food chain, each organism occupies a different trophic level, defined by how many energy transfers separate it from where the chain begins, with “producers” or “autotrophs” at the bottom, collecting energy from the sun. As you move up the food chain, more and more energy is lost to heat and used by organisms so top predators need to consume more prey to get the same amount of energy from the trophic level below them. Food webs consist of many interconnected food chains and are a more realistic representation of consumption relationships in ecosystems.
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Which of the organisms in this food chain are autotrophs?
Which of the organisms in this food chain are autotrophs?
The answer is "phytoplankton."
The transfer of energy in ecosystems occurs when organisms consume one another. Energy is transferred from the organism that is consumed to the organism that does the consuming. A food chain is a representation of this, and shows the “chain” of organisms through which nutrients and energy move.
In a food chain, each organism occupies a different trophic level, defined by how many energy transfers separate it from where the chain begins, with “producers” or “autotrophs” at the bottom, collecting energy from the sun. As you move up the food chain, more and more energy is lost to heat and used by organisms so top predators need to consume more prey to get the same amount of energy from the trophic level below them. Food webs consist of many interconnected food chains and are a more realistic representation of consumption relationships in ecosystems.
The answer is "phytoplankton."
The transfer of energy in ecosystems occurs when organisms consume one another. Energy is transferred from the organism that is consumed to the organism that does the consuming. A food chain is a representation of this, and shows the “chain” of organisms through which nutrients and energy move.
In a food chain, each organism occupies a different trophic level, defined by how many energy transfers separate it from where the chain begins, with “producers” or “autotrophs” at the bottom, collecting energy from the sun. As you move up the food chain, more and more energy is lost to heat and used by organisms so top predators need to consume more prey to get the same amount of energy from the trophic level below them. Food webs consist of many interconnected food chains and are a more realistic representation of consumption relationships in ecosystems.
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According to this food web, what feeds on bacteria?
According to this food web, what feeds on bacteria?
The answer is "nematodes, arthropods, and protozoa."
The transfer of energy in ecosystems occurs when organisms consume one another. Energy is transferred from the organism that is consumed to the organism that does the consuming. A food chain is a representation of this, and shows the “chain” of organisms through which nutrients and energy move.
In a food chain, each organism occupies a different trophic level, defined by how many energy transfers separate it from where the chain begins, with “producers” or “autotrophs” at the bottom, collecting energy from the sun. As you move up the food chain, more and more energy is lost to heat and used by organisms so top predators need to consume more prey to get the same amount of energy from the trophic level below them. Food webs consist of many interconnected food chains and are a more realistic representation of consumption relationships in ecosystems.
The answer is "nematodes, arthropods, and protozoa."
The transfer of energy in ecosystems occurs when organisms consume one another. Energy is transferred from the organism that is consumed to the organism that does the consuming. A food chain is a representation of this, and shows the “chain” of organisms through which nutrients and energy move.
In a food chain, each organism occupies a different trophic level, defined by how many energy transfers separate it from where the chain begins, with “producers” or “autotrophs” at the bottom, collecting energy from the sun. As you move up the food chain, more and more energy is lost to heat and used by organisms so top predators need to consume more prey to get the same amount of energy from the trophic level below them. Food webs consist of many interconnected food chains and are a more realistic representation of consumption relationships in ecosystems.
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In a food chain, the animals on the highest trophic level:
In a food chain, the animals on the highest trophic level:
The answer is "all of these."
The transfer of energy in ecosystems occurs when organisms consume one another. Energy is transferred from the organism that is consumed to the organism that does the consuming. A food chain is a representation of this, and shows the “chain” of organisms through which nutrients and energy move.
In a food chain, each organism occupies a different trophic level, defined by how many energy transfers separate it from where the chain begins, with “producers” or “autotrophs” at the bottom, collecting energy from the sun. As you move up the food chain, more and more energy is lost to heat and used by organisms so top predators need to consume more prey to get the same amount of energy from the trophic level below them. Food webs consist of many interconnected food chains and are a more realistic representation of consumption relationships in ecosystems.
The answer is "all of these."
The transfer of energy in ecosystems occurs when organisms consume one another. Energy is transferred from the organism that is consumed to the organism that does the consuming. A food chain is a representation of this, and shows the “chain” of organisms through which nutrients and energy move.
In a food chain, each organism occupies a different trophic level, defined by how many energy transfers separate it from where the chain begins, with “producers” or “autotrophs” at the bottom, collecting energy from the sun. As you move up the food chain, more and more energy is lost to heat and used by organisms so top predators need to consume more prey to get the same amount of energy from the trophic level below them. Food webs consist of many interconnected food chains and are a more realistic representation of consumption relationships in ecosystems.
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What is a limitation of a food chain as a representation of energy transfer?
What is a limitation of a food chain as a representation of energy transfer?
The answer is "it does not show all the predator/prey relationships like a food web"
The transfer of energy in ecosystems occurs when organisms consume one another. Energy is transferred from the organism that is consumed to the organism that does the consuming. A food chain is a representation of this, and shows the “chain” of organisms through which nutrients and energy move.
In a food chain, each organism occupies a different trophic level, defined by how many energy transfers separate it from where the chain begins, with “producers” or “autotrophs” at the bottom, collecting energy from the sun. As you move up the food chain, more and more energy is lost to heat and used by organisms so top predators need to consume more prey to get the same amount of energy from the trophic level below them. Food webs consist of many interconnected food chains and are a more realistic representation of consumption relationships in ecosystems.
The answer is "it does not show all the predator/prey relationships like a food web"
The transfer of energy in ecosystems occurs when organisms consume one another. Energy is transferred from the organism that is consumed to the organism that does the consuming. A food chain is a representation of this, and shows the “chain” of organisms through which nutrients and energy move.
In a food chain, each organism occupies a different trophic level, defined by how many energy transfers separate it from where the chain begins, with “producers” or “autotrophs” at the bottom, collecting energy from the sun. As you move up the food chain, more and more energy is lost to heat and used by organisms so top predators need to consume more prey to get the same amount of energy from the trophic level below them. Food webs consist of many interconnected food chains and are a more realistic representation of consumption relationships in ecosystems.
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In this food chain, which species would have the smallest number of individuals?
grass -> grasshopper -> frog -> snake -> hawk
In this food chain, which species would have the smallest number of individuals?
grass -> grasshopper -> frog -> snake -> hawk
The answer is "hawk."
The transfer of energy in ecosystems occurs when organisms consume one another. Energy is transferred from the organism that is consumed to the organism that does the consuming. A food chain is a representation of this, and shows the “chain” of organisms through which nutrients and energy move.
In a food chain, each organism occupies a different trophic level, defined by how many energy transfers separate it from where the chain begins, with “producers” or “autotrophs” at the bottom, collecting energy from the sun. As you move up the food chain, more and more energy is lost to heat and used by organisms so top predators need to consume more prey to get the same amount of energy from the trophic level below them. Food webs consist of many interconnected food chains and are a more realistic representation of consumption relationships in ecosystems.
The answer is "hawk."
The transfer of energy in ecosystems occurs when organisms consume one another. Energy is transferred from the organism that is consumed to the organism that does the consuming. A food chain is a representation of this, and shows the “chain” of organisms through which nutrients and energy move.
In a food chain, each organism occupies a different trophic level, defined by how many energy transfers separate it from where the chain begins, with “producers” or “autotrophs” at the bottom, collecting energy from the sun. As you move up the food chain, more and more energy is lost to heat and used by organisms so top predators need to consume more prey to get the same amount of energy from the trophic level below them. Food webs consist of many interconnected food chains and are a more realistic representation of consumption relationships in ecosystems.
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The first organism in a food chain MUST be ______ ?
The first organism in a food chain MUST be ______ ?
The answer is "an autotroph" because they convert sunlight into chemical energy.
The transfer of energy in ecosystems occurs when organisms consume one another. Energy is transferred from the organism that is consumed to the organism that does the consuming. A food chain is a representation of this, and shows the “chain” of organisms through which nutrients and energy move.
In a food chain, each organism occupies a different trophic level, defined by how many energy transfers separate it from where the chain begins, with “producers” or “autotrophs” at the bottom, collecting energy from the sun. As you move up the food chain, more and more energy is lost to heat and used by organisms so top predators need to consume more prey to get the same amount of energy from the trophic level below them. Food webs consist of many interconnected food chains and are a more realistic representation of consumption relationships in ecosystems.
The answer is "an autotroph" because they convert sunlight into chemical energy.
The transfer of energy in ecosystems occurs when organisms consume one another. Energy is transferred from the organism that is consumed to the organism that does the consuming. A food chain is a representation of this, and shows the “chain” of organisms through which nutrients and energy move.
In a food chain, each organism occupies a different trophic level, defined by how many energy transfers separate it from where the chain begins, with “producers” or “autotrophs” at the bottom, collecting energy from the sun. As you move up the food chain, more and more energy is lost to heat and used by organisms so top predators need to consume more prey to get the same amount of energy from the trophic level below them. Food webs consist of many interconnected food chains and are a more realistic representation of consumption relationships in ecosystems.
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Hyenas can kill small animals for food, but they also feed on dead organisms. Hyenas are both a ________?
Hyenas can kill small animals for food, but they also feed on dead organisms. Hyenas are both a ________?
The answer is "predator and a scavenger."
The transfer of energy in ecosystems occurs when organisms consume one another. Energy is transferred from the organism that is consumed to the organism that does the consuming. A food chain is a representation of this, and shows the “chain” of organisms through which nutrients and energy move.
In a food chain, each organism occupies a different trophic level, defined by how many energy transfers separate it from where the chain begins, with “producers” or “autotrophs” at the bottom, collecting energy from the sun. As you move up the food chain, more and more energy is lost to heat and used by organisms so top predators need to consume more prey to get the same amount of energy from the trophic level below them. Food webs consist of many interconnected food chains and are a more realistic representation of consumption relationships in ecosystems.
The answer is "predator and a scavenger."
The transfer of energy in ecosystems occurs when organisms consume one another. Energy is transferred from the organism that is consumed to the organism that does the consuming. A food chain is a representation of this, and shows the “chain” of organisms through which nutrients and energy move.
In a food chain, each organism occupies a different trophic level, defined by how many energy transfers separate it from where the chain begins, with “producers” or “autotrophs” at the bottom, collecting energy from the sun. As you move up the food chain, more and more energy is lost to heat and used by organisms so top predators need to consume more prey to get the same amount of energy from the trophic level below them. Food webs consist of many interconnected food chains and are a more realistic representation of consumption relationships in ecosystems.
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What is the role of wheat in the food chain below?
wheat -> mouse -> snake -> hawk
What is the role of wheat in the food chain below?
wheat -> mouse -> snake -> hawk
The answer is "It converts radiation energy into chemical energy" because the purpose of a food chain is to illustrate the transfer of energy.
The transfer of energy in ecosystems occurs when organisms consume one another. Energy is transferred from the organism that is consumed to the organism that does the consuming. A food chain is a representation of this, and shows the “chain” of organisms through which nutrients and energy move.
In a food chain, each organism occupies a different trophic level, defined by how many energy transfers separate it from where the chain begins, with “producers” or “autotrophs” at the bottom, collecting energy from the sun. As you move up the food chain, more and more energy is lost to heat and used by organisms so top predators need to consume more prey to get the same amount of energy from the trophic level below them. Food webs consist of many interconnected food chains and are a more realistic representation of consumption relationships in ecosystems.
The answer is "It converts radiation energy into chemical energy" because the purpose of a food chain is to illustrate the transfer of energy.
The transfer of energy in ecosystems occurs when organisms consume one another. Energy is transferred from the organism that is consumed to the organism that does the consuming. A food chain is a representation of this, and shows the “chain” of organisms through which nutrients and energy move.
In a food chain, each organism occupies a different trophic level, defined by how many energy transfers separate it from where the chain begins, with “producers” or “autotrophs” at the bottom, collecting energy from the sun. As you move up the food chain, more and more energy is lost to heat and used by organisms so top predators need to consume more prey to get the same amount of energy from the trophic level below them. Food webs consist of many interconnected food chains and are a more realistic representation of consumption relationships in ecosystems.
Compare your answer with the correct one above
Which of these is defined as "a series of organisms through which nutrients and energy move"?
Which of these is defined as "a series of organisms through which nutrients and energy move"?
The answer is "food chain."
The transfer of energy in ecosystems occurs when organisms consume one another. Energy is transferred from the organism that is consumed to the organism that does the consuming. A food chain is a representation of this, and shows the “chain” of organisms through which nutrients and energy move.
In a food chain, each organism occupies a different trophic level, defined by how many energy transfers separate it from where the chain begins, with “producers” or “autotrophs” at the bottom, collecting energy from the sun. As you move up the food chain, more and more energy is lost to heat and used by organisms so top predators need to consume more prey to get the same amount of energy from the trophic level below them. Food webs consist of many interconnected food chains and are a more realistic representation of consumption relationships in ecosystems.
The answer is "food chain."
The transfer of energy in ecosystems occurs when organisms consume one another. Energy is transferred from the organism that is consumed to the organism that does the consuming. A food chain is a representation of this, and shows the “chain” of organisms through which nutrients and energy move.
In a food chain, each organism occupies a different trophic level, defined by how many energy transfers separate it from where the chain begins, with “producers” or “autotrophs” at the bottom, collecting energy from the sun. As you move up the food chain, more and more energy is lost to heat and used by organisms so top predators need to consume more prey to get the same amount of energy from the trophic level below them. Food webs consist of many interconnected food chains and are a more realistic representation of consumption relationships in ecosystems.
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Which of these organisms in the food chain receives the LEAST amount of energy from their prey?
Which of these organisms in the food chain receives the LEAST amount of energy from their prey?
The answer is "Killer Whales" because they are at the top of the food chain, and energy transfer is inefficient. Only about 10% of energy moves from one organism to the next.
The transfer of energy in ecosystems occurs when organisms consume one another. Energy is transferred from the organism that is consumed to the organism that does the consuming. A food chain is a representation of this, and shows the “chain” of organisms through which nutrients and energy move.
In a food chain, each organism occupies a different trophic level, defined by how many energy transfers separate it from where the chain begins, with “producers” or “autotrophs” at the bottom, collecting energy from the sun. As you move up the food chain, more and more energy is lost to heat and used by organisms so top predators need to consume more prey to get the same amount of energy from the trophic level below them. Food webs consist of many interconnected food chains and are a more realistic representation of consumption relationships in ecosystems.
The answer is "Killer Whales" because they are at the top of the food chain, and energy transfer is inefficient. Only about 10% of energy moves from one organism to the next.
The transfer of energy in ecosystems occurs when organisms consume one another. Energy is transferred from the organism that is consumed to the organism that does the consuming. A food chain is a representation of this, and shows the “chain” of organisms through which nutrients and energy move.
In a food chain, each organism occupies a different trophic level, defined by how many energy transfers separate it from where the chain begins, with “producers” or “autotrophs” at the bottom, collecting energy from the sun. As you move up the food chain, more and more energy is lost to heat and used by organisms so top predators need to consume more prey to get the same amount of energy from the trophic level below them. Food webs consist of many interconnected food chains and are a more realistic representation of consumption relationships in ecosystems.
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Which of the organisms in this food chain are autotrophs?
Which of the organisms in this food chain are autotrophs?
The answer is "phytoplankton."
The transfer of energy in ecosystems occurs when organisms consume one another. Energy is transferred from the organism that is consumed to the organism that does the consuming. A food chain is a representation of this, and shows the “chain” of organisms through which nutrients and energy move.
In a food chain, each organism occupies a different trophic level, defined by how many energy transfers separate it from where the chain begins, with “producers” or “autotrophs” at the bottom, collecting energy from the sun. As you move up the food chain, more and more energy is lost to heat and used by organisms so top predators need to consume more prey to get the same amount of energy from the trophic level below them. Food webs consist of many interconnected food chains and are a more realistic representation of consumption relationships in ecosystems.
The answer is "phytoplankton."
The transfer of energy in ecosystems occurs when organisms consume one another. Energy is transferred from the organism that is consumed to the organism that does the consuming. A food chain is a representation of this, and shows the “chain” of organisms through which nutrients and energy move.
In a food chain, each organism occupies a different trophic level, defined by how many energy transfers separate it from where the chain begins, with “producers” or “autotrophs” at the bottom, collecting energy from the sun. As you move up the food chain, more and more energy is lost to heat and used by organisms so top predators need to consume more prey to get the same amount of energy from the trophic level below them. Food webs consist of many interconnected food chains and are a more realistic representation of consumption relationships in ecosystems.
Compare your answer with the correct one above
According to this food web, what feeds on bacteria?
According to this food web, what feeds on bacteria?
The answer is "nematodes, arthropods, and protozoa."
The transfer of energy in ecosystems occurs when organisms consume one another. Energy is transferred from the organism that is consumed to the organism that does the consuming. A food chain is a representation of this, and shows the “chain” of organisms through which nutrients and energy move.
In a food chain, each organism occupies a different trophic level, defined by how many energy transfers separate it from where the chain begins, with “producers” or “autotrophs” at the bottom, collecting energy from the sun. As you move up the food chain, more and more energy is lost to heat and used by organisms so top predators need to consume more prey to get the same amount of energy from the trophic level below them. Food webs consist of many interconnected food chains and are a more realistic representation of consumption relationships in ecosystems.
The answer is "nematodes, arthropods, and protozoa."
The transfer of energy in ecosystems occurs when organisms consume one another. Energy is transferred from the organism that is consumed to the organism that does the consuming. A food chain is a representation of this, and shows the “chain” of organisms through which nutrients and energy move.
In a food chain, each organism occupies a different trophic level, defined by how many energy transfers separate it from where the chain begins, with “producers” or “autotrophs” at the bottom, collecting energy from the sun. As you move up the food chain, more and more energy is lost to heat and used by organisms so top predators need to consume more prey to get the same amount of energy from the trophic level below them. Food webs consist of many interconnected food chains and are a more realistic representation of consumption relationships in ecosystems.
Compare your answer with the correct one above
In a food chain, the animals on the highest trophic level:
In a food chain, the animals on the highest trophic level:
The answer is "all of these."
The transfer of energy in ecosystems occurs when organisms consume one another. Energy is transferred from the organism that is consumed to the organism that does the consuming. A food chain is a representation of this, and shows the “chain” of organisms through which nutrients and energy move.
In a food chain, each organism occupies a different trophic level, defined by how many energy transfers separate it from where the chain begins, with “producers” or “autotrophs” at the bottom, collecting energy from the sun. As you move up the food chain, more and more energy is lost to heat and used by organisms so top predators need to consume more prey to get the same amount of energy from the trophic level below them. Food webs consist of many interconnected food chains and are a more realistic representation of consumption relationships in ecosystems.
The answer is "all of these."
The transfer of energy in ecosystems occurs when organisms consume one another. Energy is transferred from the organism that is consumed to the organism that does the consuming. A food chain is a representation of this, and shows the “chain” of organisms through which nutrients and energy move.
In a food chain, each organism occupies a different trophic level, defined by how many energy transfers separate it from where the chain begins, with “producers” or “autotrophs” at the bottom, collecting energy from the sun. As you move up the food chain, more and more energy is lost to heat and used by organisms so top predators need to consume more prey to get the same amount of energy from the trophic level below them. Food webs consist of many interconnected food chains and are a more realistic representation of consumption relationships in ecosystems.
Compare your answer with the correct one above
What is a limitation of a food chain as a representation of energy transfer?
What is a limitation of a food chain as a representation of energy transfer?
The answer is "it does not show all the predator/prey relationships like a food web"
The transfer of energy in ecosystems occurs when organisms consume one another. Energy is transferred from the organism that is consumed to the organism that does the consuming. A food chain is a representation of this, and shows the “chain” of organisms through which nutrients and energy move.
In a food chain, each organism occupies a different trophic level, defined by how many energy transfers separate it from where the chain begins, with “producers” or “autotrophs” at the bottom, collecting energy from the sun. As you move up the food chain, more and more energy is lost to heat and used by organisms so top predators need to consume more prey to get the same amount of energy from the trophic level below them. Food webs consist of many interconnected food chains and are a more realistic representation of consumption relationships in ecosystems.
The answer is "it does not show all the predator/prey relationships like a food web"
The transfer of energy in ecosystems occurs when organisms consume one another. Energy is transferred from the organism that is consumed to the organism that does the consuming. A food chain is a representation of this, and shows the “chain” of organisms through which nutrients and energy move.
In a food chain, each organism occupies a different trophic level, defined by how many energy transfers separate it from where the chain begins, with “producers” or “autotrophs” at the bottom, collecting energy from the sun. As you move up the food chain, more and more energy is lost to heat and used by organisms so top predators need to consume more prey to get the same amount of energy from the trophic level below them. Food webs consist of many interconnected food chains and are a more realistic representation of consumption relationships in ecosystems.
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In this food chain, which species would have the smallest number of individuals?
grass -> grasshopper -> frog -> snake -> hawk
In this food chain, which species would have the smallest number of individuals?
grass -> grasshopper -> frog -> snake -> hawk
The answer is "hawk."
The transfer of energy in ecosystems occurs when organisms consume one another. Energy is transferred from the organism that is consumed to the organism that does the consuming. A food chain is a representation of this, and shows the “chain” of organisms through which nutrients and energy move.
In a food chain, each organism occupies a different trophic level, defined by how many energy transfers separate it from where the chain begins, with “producers” or “autotrophs” at the bottom, collecting energy from the sun. As you move up the food chain, more and more energy is lost to heat and used by organisms so top predators need to consume more prey to get the same amount of energy from the trophic level below them. Food webs consist of many interconnected food chains and are a more realistic representation of consumption relationships in ecosystems.
The answer is "hawk."
The transfer of energy in ecosystems occurs when organisms consume one another. Energy is transferred from the organism that is consumed to the organism that does the consuming. A food chain is a representation of this, and shows the “chain” of organisms through which nutrients and energy move.
In a food chain, each organism occupies a different trophic level, defined by how many energy transfers separate it from where the chain begins, with “producers” or “autotrophs” at the bottom, collecting energy from the sun. As you move up the food chain, more and more energy is lost to heat and used by organisms so top predators need to consume more prey to get the same amount of energy from the trophic level below them. Food webs consist of many interconnected food chains and are a more realistic representation of consumption relationships in ecosystems.
Compare your answer with the correct one above
The first organism in a food chain MUST be ______ ?
The first organism in a food chain MUST be ______ ?
The answer is "an autotroph" because they convert sunlight into chemical energy.
The transfer of energy in ecosystems occurs when organisms consume one another. Energy is transferred from the organism that is consumed to the organism that does the consuming. A food chain is a representation of this, and shows the “chain” of organisms through which nutrients and energy move.
In a food chain, each organism occupies a different trophic level, defined by how many energy transfers separate it from where the chain begins, with “producers” or “autotrophs” at the bottom, collecting energy from the sun. As you move up the food chain, more and more energy is lost to heat and used by organisms so top predators need to consume more prey to get the same amount of energy from the trophic level below them. Food webs consist of many interconnected food chains and are a more realistic representation of consumption relationships in ecosystems.
The answer is "an autotroph" because they convert sunlight into chemical energy.
The transfer of energy in ecosystems occurs when organisms consume one another. Energy is transferred from the organism that is consumed to the organism that does the consuming. A food chain is a representation of this, and shows the “chain” of organisms through which nutrients and energy move.
In a food chain, each organism occupies a different trophic level, defined by how many energy transfers separate it from where the chain begins, with “producers” or “autotrophs” at the bottom, collecting energy from the sun. As you move up the food chain, more and more energy is lost to heat and used by organisms so top predators need to consume more prey to get the same amount of energy from the trophic level below them. Food webs consist of many interconnected food chains and are a more realistic representation of consumption relationships in ecosystems.
Compare your answer with the correct one above
Hyenas can kill small animals for food, but they also feed on dead organisms. Hyenas are both a ________?
Hyenas can kill small animals for food, but they also feed on dead organisms. Hyenas are both a ________?
The answer is "predator and a scavenger."
The transfer of energy in ecosystems occurs when organisms consume one another. Energy is transferred from the organism that is consumed to the organism that does the consuming. A food chain is a representation of this, and shows the “chain” of organisms through which nutrients and energy move.
In a food chain, each organism occupies a different trophic level, defined by how many energy transfers separate it from where the chain begins, with “producers” or “autotrophs” at the bottom, collecting energy from the sun. As you move up the food chain, more and more energy is lost to heat and used by organisms so top predators need to consume more prey to get the same amount of energy from the trophic level below them. Food webs consist of many interconnected food chains and are a more realistic representation of consumption relationships in ecosystems.
The answer is "predator and a scavenger."
The transfer of energy in ecosystems occurs when organisms consume one another. Energy is transferred from the organism that is consumed to the organism that does the consuming. A food chain is a representation of this, and shows the “chain” of organisms through which nutrients and energy move.
In a food chain, each organism occupies a different trophic level, defined by how many energy transfers separate it from where the chain begins, with “producers” or “autotrophs” at the bottom, collecting energy from the sun. As you move up the food chain, more and more energy is lost to heat and used by organisms so top predators need to consume more prey to get the same amount of energy from the trophic level below them. Food webs consist of many interconnected food chains and are a more realistic representation of consumption relationships in ecosystems.
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What is the role of wheat in the food chain below?
wheat -> mouse -> snake -> hawk
What is the role of wheat in the food chain below?
wheat -> mouse -> snake -> hawk
The answer is "It converts radiation energy into chemical energy" because the purpose of a food chain is to illustrate the transfer of energy.
The transfer of energy in ecosystems occurs when organisms consume one another. Energy is transferred from the organism that is consumed to the organism that does the consuming. A food chain is a representation of this, and shows the “chain” of organisms through which nutrients and energy move.
In a food chain, each organism occupies a different trophic level, defined by how many energy transfers separate it from where the chain begins, with “producers” or “autotrophs” at the bottom, collecting energy from the sun. As you move up the food chain, more and more energy is lost to heat and used by organisms so top predators need to consume more prey to get the same amount of energy from the trophic level below them. Food webs consist of many interconnected food chains and are a more realistic representation of consumption relationships in ecosystems.
The answer is "It converts radiation energy into chemical energy" because the purpose of a food chain is to illustrate the transfer of energy.
The transfer of energy in ecosystems occurs when organisms consume one another. Energy is transferred from the organism that is consumed to the organism that does the consuming. A food chain is a representation of this, and shows the “chain” of organisms through which nutrients and energy move.
In a food chain, each organism occupies a different trophic level, defined by how many energy transfers separate it from where the chain begins, with “producers” or “autotrophs” at the bottom, collecting energy from the sun. As you move up the food chain, more and more energy is lost to heat and used by organisms so top predators need to consume more prey to get the same amount of energy from the trophic level below them. Food webs consist of many interconnected food chains and are a more realistic representation of consumption relationships in ecosystems.
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