STANDARDZoology-Ecology
STANDARD Zoology Energy Flow MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium
The loss of energy as one proceeds from one trophic level to the next higher level is approximately
A
30%
B
40%
C
60%
D
90%
Correct Answer
Option D
Detailed Explanation
When the plants are eaten by herbivore about 10% of energy in the food is fixed into animal flesh while 90% is consumed in ingestion, respiration and maintenance of body and other activities.
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