The diagram shows a simplified food web from a mixed habitat - Junior Cycle Science - Question b - 2011
Question b
The diagram shows a simplified food web from a mixed habitat.
Answer the following questions using only items from the diagram above in your answers.
(i) Write a f... show full transcript
Worked Solution & Example Answer:The diagram shows a simplified food web from a mixed habitat - Junior Cycle Science - Question b - 2011
Step 1
Write a food chain with three members.
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A possible food chain linked in the diagram is: Green plant → Rabbit → Fox.
Step 2
Decomposers are not shown in the diagram. What would decomposers feed on?
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Decomposers would feed on dead plants, animal remains, and wastes.
Step 3
Give one example of adaptation.
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An example of adaptation is the fur on a fox, which helps it survive in its environment.
Step 4
Name two animals that might be competition.
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Owl
Fox
Step 5
What is meant by the term interdependence? Give an example of interdependence.
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Interdependence refers to the relationship where living things depend on each other. For example, butterflies pollinate flowers while getting food from them.
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