Q.
A simplified model of pond ecosystem is given below. Identify $A,\ B,\ C,\ D$ and $E$ and choose the correct option
A) A-Biotic, B-Abiotic, C-Autotrophs, D-Heterotrophs, E-Detritivores
B) A-Biotic, B-Abiotic, C-Producer, D-Primary consumers, E-Detritivores
C) A-Abiotic, B-Biotic, C-Producer, D-Consumers, E-Detritivores
D) A-Biotic, B-Chemical, C-Primary consumers, D-Secondary consumers, E-Tertiary consumers
Explanation
A-Biotic, B-Abiotic, C-Producer, D-Consumers, E-Dettitivares The option b is the correct because from the chart zooplankton only can be primary consumer because they fead an phytoplankton. They can not be secondary or tertiary consumer in food chains
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