NEET Botany Energy Flow MCQ Question
Which of the following statements about energy flow in ecosystems is correct?
Energy decreases at successive trophic levels, and producers are the primary energy source.
Energy flows in a cyclical manner, allowing consumers to produce energy.
Decomposers do not play a role in energy flow and only recycle nutrients.
All organisms produce energy from the sun directly without relying on others.
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
The amount of energy decreases at successive trophic levels, and all organisms depend on producers for their energy demands, as stated in the context.
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