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Which kind of pyramid is represented by the given figure? A. Inverted pyramid of numbersB. Inverted pyramid of biomassC. Inverted pyramid of energyD. Both a and b |
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Answer» Correct Answer - A The given pyramid is pyramid of numbers in a parasitic food chain. In a parasitic food chain, the pyramid of numbers is inverted. This is due to the fact that a single plant may support the growth of may herbivores and each herbivore in turn may provide nutrition to several parasites, which in turn support many hyper-parasites. Thus, from the producer towards consumers, the number of organism gradually increase, making the pyramid inverted in shape. |
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