Biology Cycles Of Matter Quiz

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An organism that cannot synthesize its own food through photosynthesis or chemosynthesis, and must derive some of its nutrients from organic molecules formed by producers.
- A.
  
  Producer
- B.
  
  Consumer
- C.
  
  Primary Consumer
Correct Answer
A. Producer

Explanation
An organism that cannot synthesize its own food through photosynthesis or chemosynthesis, and must derive some of its nutrients from organic molecules formed by producers is a consumer. Consumers are organisms that feed on other organisms or organic matter to obtain energy and nutrients. Producers, on the other hand, are organisms that can produce their own food through photosynthesis or chemosynthesis. Therefore, the correct answer is not "Producer" but "Consumer".

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is a term used to describe the amount of reflected energy
- A.
  
  Reflectivity
- B.
  
  Color
- C.
  
  Albedo
Correct Answer
C. Albedo

Explanation
Albedo is a term used to describe the amount of reflected energy. It refers to the measure of how well a surface reflects sunlight or other forms of electromagnetic radiation. It is commonly used in the context of Earth's climate system to describe the reflectivity of different surfaces, such as ice, water, or land. The higher the albedo, the more reflective the surface is, and the less energy it absorbs. This can have significant implications for climate change and global warming, as surfaces with higher albedo can help to cool the planet by reflecting more sunlight back into space.

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An organism that obtains energy by eating plants; also known as a herbivore
- A.
  
  Primary Consumer
- B.
  
  Secondary Consumer
- C.
  
  Tertiary Consumer
- D.
  
  Decomposer
Correct Answer
A. Primary Consumer

Explanation
A primary consumer is an organism that obtains energy by eating plants, also known as a herbivore. This means that it consumes only plant material as its source of energy. Primary consumers are the first level of the food chain and play an important role in transferring energy from producers (plants) to higher trophic levels. They are typically small animals such as insects, rabbits, or deer that rely on plants for their survival and energy needs.

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The process by which certain fungi and bacteria use the nergy from chemical nutrients to chemically convert carbon into carbohydrates such as sugars and starches in the absence of sunlight.
- A.
  
  Photosynthesis
- B.
  
  Celular Respiration
- C.
  
  Chemosynthesis
Correct Answer
C. Chemosynthesis

Explanation
Chemosynthesis is the correct answer because it is the process by which certain fungi and bacteria convert carbon into carbohydrates using the energy from chemical nutrients, without the need for sunlight. This process is different from photosynthesis, which requires sunlight, and cellular respiration, which involves the breakdown of carbohydrates to release energy. Chemosynthesis is an important biological process that occurs in environments where sunlight is not available, such as deep-sea hydrothermal vents.

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An organism that eats primary consumers; also know as a (herbivores)
- A.
  
  Primary Consumer
- B.
  
  Secondary Consumer
- C.
  
  Tertiary Consumer
- D.
  
  Decomposer
Correct Answer
B. Secondary Consumer

Explanation
A secondary consumer is an organism that eats primary consumers. They are also known as carnivores or predators. Secondary consumers are typically higher up in the food chain and feed on herbivores or other primary consumers. They play an important role in controlling the population of primary consumers and maintaining the balance of ecosystems.

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Biology Cycles Of Matter Quiz

An organism that cannot synthesize its own food through photosynthesis or chemosynthesis, and must derive some of its nutrients from organic molecules formed by producers.

is a term used to describe the amount of reflected energy

An organism that obtains energy by eating plants; also known as a herbivore

The process by which certain fungi and bacteria use the nergy from chemical nutrients to chemically convert carbon into carbohydrates such as sugars and starches in the absence of sunlight.

An organism that eats primary consumers; also know as a (herbivores)