Use the Following Figure to Answer the Question

question 44

Multiple Choice

Use the following figure to answer the question.

After looking at the figure, what can be said about productivity in this ecosystem?

• A) Nothing can be said based on this information.
• B) Between 80% and 90% of the energy is lost between most trophic levels.
• C) Between 10% and 20% of the energy is lost between most trophic levels.
• D) Productivity increases with each trophic level.

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Definitions:

Negative

In mathematics, a negative number is a real number that is less than zero.

Strong

describes a high degree of intensity, validity, or force.

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A measurement of mass using the imperial unit of ounces, commonly used in the United States to measure smaller weights.

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A measurement of mass in the metric system, often used to quantify the heaviness of small objects.