In the Practice of Agriculture, Approximately What Percentage More Energy

question 28

Multiple Choice

In the practice of agriculture, approximately what percentage more energy is required to produce most animal foods in comparison to grains?

• A) 10 percent
• B) 200 percent
• C) 450 percent
• D) 1000 percent

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Definitions:

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Mutualism

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Ants

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