Requirements for Sustaining life Flash Cards

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Flash cards about energy, soil and water requirements for sustaining life. Part of the biosphere and life on Earth section
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What is the main source of energy? Energy from the sun
What is formed when light energy gathered by green plants is changed into chemical energy? Glucose
What is a herbivore? A herbivore is a animal that only feeds on plants and plant material.
What is a carnivore? A carnivore is an animal that only feeds on the flesh of other animals
What are the three most important gasses needed to sustain life? Nitrogen, oxygen and carbon dioxide.
How are carbon dioxide and oxygen recycled through the environment? Through photosynthesis and respiration.
Roughly how much of our bodies are made up of water 60%
Is Solar Energy a renewable source of energy? Yes
How to plants and animals use glucose? Glucose is used by the plants and animals in order to produce energy to build cells and carry out everyday activities.
How are soils made? Soils are made by the weathering of rocks by water, wind and temperature.
What type of sand is made with large particles? Sandy Soil
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