Do: What is the role of decomposers in energy transfer? You must provide two things you learned from the website about decomposers and energy. (4 pts total)
You will NOT get credit if you just put something obvious and simple like “decomposers break down things”. Use the website to find something specifically about energy
Use your own words and do NOT copy/paste (i.e. plagiarize). You will receive a zero for the whole portfolio and be required to write a research paper (requiring a check my work submission) about the topic of thermodynamics in ecosystems to regain credit.
Thing one that you learned 2 sentences
Thing two that you learned 2 sentences
One thing I learned from the website about decomposers and energy transfer is that decomposers play a crucial role in breaking down organic matter and releasing nutrients and energy back into the ecosystem. This allows other organisms to utilize these resources and continue the flow of energy through the food web.
Another thing I learned is that decomposers are particularly important in the energy transfer between trophic levels. They break down the waste and remains of other organisms, recycling nutrients and energy that would otherwise be lost. This ensures a more efficient use of resources within the ecosystem.