To Which Category or Trophic Level Does a Typical Plant

question 61

Multiple Choice

To which category or trophic level does a typical plant belong?

• A)basal species
• B)intermediate species
• C)decomposer
• D)top predator

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Definitions:

Lacteal

One of the many lymphatic vessels in the intestinal villi that absorb fat.

Lipid Digestion

The biochemical process of breaking down fats into fatty acids and glycerol in the digestive system for absorption and use by the body.

Gastrin

A hormone released by the stomach mucosa; stimulates the gastric glands to secrete pepsinogen.

Acid-Secreting Glands

Glands in the body that release acid, such as the gastric glands in the stomach which secrete hydrochloric acid.