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Question
A form of ecological pyramid that is mainly an inverse pyramid is usually used to represent: A. Population in a grassland B. Population in a forest C. Aquatic ecosystem
Correct Answer
Option C is the correct answer.
Detailed Explanation
In some aquatic ecosystems, the pyramid of biomass can be inverted. For example, the biomass of producers (phytoplankton) at a given time may be less than the biomass of primary consumers (zooplankton) that feed on them, because the phytoplankton reproduce very quickly.
Hint
In these watery systems, the tiny plants at the base can be outweighed by the animals that eat them.