The Living World: Ecosystems
What effect does the introduction of an invasive species at a high trophic level most likely have on native biodiversity?
When considering sustainability and environmental impacts, which factor would make biomass less sustainable than initially perceived?
How would introducing non-native grazing species into arid environments where native grazers have been extirpated impact trophic levels?
How could a city's waste management system be redesigned to best reduce the ecological impact of organic waste and enhance energy production within the context of trophic levels?
What is the primary source of energy for all trophic levels?
Which process do primary consumers rely on to obtain energy from what they eat?
In an aquatic food web impacted by biomagnification, what would be the expected consequence for top predators if a ban on DDT use leads to decreased concentrations in the water over time?
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In a food chain, which group of organisms breaks down dead material and recycles nutrients back into the ecosystem?
In a food chain, what do we call animals such as wolves and lions that feed on primary consumers?
Which group of organisms produces its own food using light or chemical energy?