Which Trophic Level Forms the Base of a Food Chain

question 15

Multiple Choice

Which trophic level forms the base of a food chain?

• A) Secondary consumers
• B) Tertiary consumers
• C) Primary producers
• D) Primary consumers
• E) Quaternary consumers

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