What is energy flow in ecosystems?

What is energy flow in ecosystems?

Energy flow in ecosystems refers to the transfer of energy from one organism to another through food chains and food webs.

Can you explain how energy is transferred between different trophic levels?

Sure! Energy is transferred from producers to consumers and then to higher-level consumers, with each transfer losing some energy as heat.

What role do decomposers play in energy flow?

Decomposers break down dead organic matter, returning nutrients to the soil and completing the energy cycle in ecosystems.

How does the sun contribute to energy flow?

The sun is the primary energy source for ecosystems, as it provides the energy that plants use to produce food through photosynthesis.

What happens to energy that is not transferred to the next trophic level?

Energy that is not transferred is lost as heat, used for metabolic processes, or stored in the organism's biomass.