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Food Chains and Food Webs
A food chain is a indicator of the producers and consumers of different habitats. Ask questions about the food chains of different ecosystems here.
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Why are there fewer hawks and foxes than mice in energy pyramid?
Mice reproduce alot faster than fox and hawks, so they have a higher population.
It means that since we really are part of the world and all the living things in the world, if we harm those things we harm ourselves as well. If we set a fire that destroys miles of grasslands, cattle eating those grasses will starve and we will not have food from that source.
An edible chain is a polymer chain made up of monomers that are safe for consumption by humans. Examples include edible polymers like cellulose, starch, and proteins such as gluten and gelatin. These edible chains can be found in various food products such as fruits, vegetables, grains, and meats. It is important to note that not all chains found in nature are edible, as some may be toxic or indigestible.
What is a desert food web and give an example?
Desert food webs are linked food chains that are found in a desert biome.
For example, a desert flower gets its energy from the sun. A desert mouse might get its energy from eating the desert flower, but so might a lizard. The fact that both of those animals can get their energy from eating the same kind of plant means that those two animals are parts of a food web.
Are banana slugs part of the food chain?
Yes. Pretty much everything is part of the food chain. If it walks, swims, flies, or crawls, something wants to eat it.
Which organisms is located only in the 3rd trophic level of the soil food web?
The third trophic level of the soil food web consists mainly of fungi, bacteria, protozoa, and nematodes. They work to increase crop production by providing food sources for organisms that feed the plants.
Who else forms part of the chain of distribution?
Newsstands are part of the retail distribution chainRestaurants
How does one make a daisy chain?
One can make a daisy chain by tying the stems of several daisies together to form one long chain. You can also string the stem of one daisy through the center of another.
Why can not a food chain start with a human being?
Humans are not producers so, the model of a chain does not work with a human at the start end where a producer should be. You would more appropriately start the chain with a plant of some sort.
Why are common spider an important part of the food chain?
Spiders are an important part of the food chain. They get rid of unwanted insects and being food for birds and other animals.
What are the basic uses of chains?
Chains are used for locking personal belongings, jewelry or mechanical parts. Depending on the size, combination metals or function of the it's basic purpose serves as either protection, statement or a link for components
What would happen if people killed the predator in the food chain?
What happens is the prey species has a run away growth of population. Followed by depletion of food supply, starvation and death.
What does ''lions are on the top of the African food chain'' mean?
It means lions are not prey for any other predators.
