In a Marine Ecosystem with an Inverted Biomass Pyramid,which Trophic

question 27

Multiple Choice

In a marine ecosystem with an inverted biomass pyramid,which trophic level should have the smallest number of organisms?

• A)phytoplankton
• B)zooplankton
• C)primary carnivores (sardines)
• D)secondary carnivores (tuna)
• E)detritivores

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