NEET Botany Energy Flow Assertion Reason Question
Assertion (A): In an aquatic ecosystem, the grazing food chain (GFC) is the major conduit for energy flow. | Reason (R): The detritus food chain (DFC) in aquatic ecosystems primarily involves fungi and bacteria breaking down dead organic matter.
Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A.
Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
A is true, but R is false.
A is false.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
Both statements are true. The GFC is indeed the major conduit for energy flow in aquatic ecosystems. However, the reason provided describes the DFC, which involves fungi and bacteria, and does not explain why GFC is the major pathway.
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