by Kalman, Bobbie.
[ 01. English Non Fiction ] Series: Big science ideas Published by : Crabtree Pub., (New York :) Physical details: 32 p. : col. ill. ; 25 cm. Subject(s): Scavengers (Zoology) | Biodegradation. Year : 2009
Item type :
01. English Non Fiction
Online Resources:
| Location | Call Number | Status | Date Due |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stratford Elementary | 577.1 KAL | Available |
Includes index.
Living things and energy -- What are food chains? -- What do animals eat? -- Eating the leftovers -- Scavenger habitats -- What is detritus? -- Land snails and slugs -- Worms in the soil -- Ocean cleaners -- What are decomposers? -- Yeasts and molds -- Helpful mushrooms -- Energy keeps going -- People eat it all!
When living things die, they still have energy and nutrients in their bodies. The leftover energy and nutrients are used by other living things. Nothing is wasted in nature. Living things that eat dead things help clean the Earth.