bio of the living earth exam 2

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energy

the source of power that allows organisms to perform functions and sustain life processes.

producer

An organism, typically a plant or algae, that produces energy through photosynthesis, serving as a primary source of energy in an ecosystem.

consumer

An organism that obtains energy by eating other organisms, including plants and animals, playing a critical role in food webs.

photosynthesis

a process that uses energy from the sun to convert carbon dioxide and water into carbohydrates and oxygen

chemosynthesis

a process that uses chemical energy to produce carbohydrates

geographic range

the area inhabited by a population

exponential growth

under ideal conditions with unlimited resources, a population will grow exponentially

logistic growth

when a population’s growth slows and then stops, following a period of exponential growth

decomposer

organisms that break down dead plants, animals and waste. it plays a similar role of a recycling center in ecosystems

food chain

a series of organisms which energy is transformed from one organism to another

food web

a network of fueling interactions through which energy and matter can move