Think you know the ins and outs of ecosystems? This "Ecology Quiz" dives into the fascinating world of ecology to challenge your understanding of how living organisms interact with each other and their environments. Ecology is all about balance—how plants, animals, and microorganisms coexist and sustain the ecosystems we depend on. This ecology practice test covers the essentials of ecology, including food chains, habitats, energy flows, and the impact humans have on natural systems.
Whether you are prepping for an exam or just looking to brush up on your knowledge, these ecology test questions will test your understanding with thought-provoking questions. From ecosystems and biodiversity to conservation efforts, each question helps you understand the building blocks of life on Earth. Remember, ecology is a serious science that holds the key to sustaining our planet’s future—every question answered correctly is a step closer to understanding how to protect it.
Producers
Consumers
Decomposers
Scavengers
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They produce energy for primary consumers.
They recycle nutrients back into the soil.
They compete with herbivores for resources.
They remove oxygen from the environment.
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Bird
Tree
Rock
Deer
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1
2
3
4
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Water
Oxygen
Nitrogen
The Sun
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Recycling
Protecting waterways from the dumping of illegal chemicals
Burning fossil fuels
Decreasing the process of deforestation
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Water
Carbon
Nitrogen
Energy
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Competition
Mutualism
Parasitism
Predator-prey
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5%
10%
15%
20%
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Grass
Rabbit
Snake
Hawk
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Nitrogen
Carbon
Water
Energy
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Predator-prey
Mutualism
Parasitism
Competition
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Evaporation
Precipitation
Condensation
Transpiration
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Animals that survive migrate to surrounding areas.
Plant life that survives begins to die out as a result of the lack of available nutrients.
The dead bodies of animals that did not survive the fire return nutrients to the soil.
Omnivores that survive create a decline of both the herbivore and carnivore populations.
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Seepage
Evaporation
Condensation
Runoff
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Matter is not recycled; energy is recycled.
Matter is recycled; energy is not recycled.
Both matter and energy are recycled.
Neither matter nor energy are recycled.
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The process that turns nitrates and nitrites into nitrogen.
The process where bacteria turns nitrogen into a form that plants can use (ammonia).
The process where nitrogen gas in the atmosphere is converted to nitrates.
None of the above.
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Predator-prey
Mutualism
Commensalism
Parasitism
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The conversion of ammonia into nitrogen.
The conversion of nitrogen into ammonia.
The conversion of nitrates into nitrogen gas.
The conversion of nitrogen gas into nitrates.
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