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Biology terms
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Biology
9th Grade
10/21/2013

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Autotrophs
Definition
Algae,Certain bacteria, and plants that can capture energy from sunlight or chemicals and convert it into forms of living cells can use.
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Primary producer
Definition
Are the first producers of energy-Rich compounds that are later used by another organism
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Photosynthesis
Definition
Captures light energy and uses it to power chemical reactions that convert carbon dioxide and water into and energy-rich carbohydrates.
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Chemosynthesis
Definition
Chemical energy is used to produce carbohydrates.
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Heterotrophs
Definition
Must acquire energy from other organisms by ingesting them one way or another.
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consumers
Definition
Organisms that rely on other organisms for energy and nutrients.
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Carnivores
Definition
Kill and eat other animals
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Herbivores
Definition
Obtain energy and nutrients by eating plant leaves, roots, seeds, or fruits.
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Scavengers
Definition
Animals that consume the carcasses of other animals that have been killed.
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Omnivores
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Animals whose diets naturally include a variety of different food.
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decomposers
Definition
Such as bacteria and fungi feed by chemically breaking down organic matter.
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Detrivores
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animalS THAT FEED ON DETRITUS PARTICLES
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