Chapter 7 Energy Flow in an Ecosystem
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See all →- What are the differences between flow of matter and of energy in an ecosystem? Why? The major difference between flow of matter and of energy is that the flow of matter occurs in a cyclic manner i.e. it is recycled, however,... 3
- What type of changes occur in the amount of energy during its transfer from plants to apex consumers? (1) Green plants of the ecosystem store large amount of energy in the form of carbohydrates and proteins. (2) Before reaching the decomposer... 1
- State the different types of bio-geochemical cycles and explain the importance of those cycles. The cyclical flow of nutrients within an ecosystem is called the bio-geo-chemical cycle. There are various bio-gio-chemical cycles operating... 1
- Explain in detail the inter-relationship between the food chain and food web. Interaction go on continuously between producers, consumers and decomposers. There is a definite sequence in these interactions which is cal... 1
- What would you do to help maintain the equilibrium in the various bio-geo-chemical cycles? Explain in brief. The cyclical flow of nutrients within an ecosystem is called the bio-geo-chemical cycle. Climatic changes and human activities seriously aff... 1
- Oxygen cycle Explain the following cycles in your own words with suitable diagrams. Oxygen forms 21% of the atmosphere. It is also present in the hydrosphere and lithosphere. Circulation and recycling of oxygen within the bi... 1