Two terrestrial ecosystems based on photosynthesis and and chemolithosynthesis
(hydrothermal vents) trap their energy from specific energy sources. Tidal squeezing
has also been suggested. The type of energy sources define the character of the
ecosystems observed. What other energy source can you identify that might drive
other kinds of ecosystems elsewhere in the universe? Speculate on the type of
organisms that might evolve based on that energy source. What would be the
characteristics of the primary producers (the organisms that trap the energy)? How
can the energy be transferred to the rest of the food chain? What would a planet, where
such organisms evolved, be like?
DO NOT use energy sources listed above. Use an energy source that is plausible within
the laws of physics.
Just looking for a few main ideas that I can dive into to finish this promt..
Two terrestrial ecosystems based on photosynthesis and and chemolithosynthesis
(hydrothermal vents) trap their energy from specific energy sources. Tidal squeezing
has also been suggested. The type of energy sources define the character of the
ecosystems observed. What other energy source can you identify that might drive
other kinds of ecosystems elsewhere in the universe? Speculate on the type of
organisms that might evolve based on that energy source. What would be the
characteristics of the primary producers (the organisms that trap the energy)? How
can the energy be transferred to the rest of the food chain? What would a planet, where
such organisms evolved, be like?
DO NOT use energy sources listed above. Use an energy source that is plausible within
the laws of physics.
Just looking for a few main ideas that I can dive into to finish this promt..
