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what is a carnivore?
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a carnivore is an animal that feeds on flesh . |
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what is an adaptation? |
adaptation is a physical or behavioral characteristic that has developed to allow an organism to better survive in the environment. |
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give 3 examples of herbivores .
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1. cow 2. deer 3.rabbit |
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what is invasive species ?
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invasive species , is defined as an organism that is not native and has a negative effect on our economy or our environment or our health . |
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give 3 examples of detrivores?
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1. millipedes 2. woodlice 3. dung flies |
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What is Evolutionary Success ?
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evolutionary success is measured by its ability to prduce |
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what is a secondary consumer ? |
a secondary consumer is an ecosystem that feeds on primary consumers also known as carnivores |
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what is chemosynthesis ? |
chemosynthesis is organic compounds within an organism with chemical reaction providing the energy source. |
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what is a primary consumer? |
a primary consumer is any organism that consumes or feeds on autotrophs or decaying matter |
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what is artificial selection? |
is the intentional reproduction of individual in a population that have desirable traits . |
