Pyramid of Biomass: Ecology Quiz

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What does the pyramid of biomass represent?

The energy flow between trophic levels in an ecosystem
The number of organisms at each trophic level in an ecosystem
The species diversity within each trophic level in an ecosystem
The total mass of organisms at each trophic level in an ecosystem (correct)

Why is the concept of pyramid of biomass important in ecology?

To understand the flow of energy through different trophic levels in an ecosystem (correct)
To study the water and nutrient cycle within an ecosystem
To determine the genetic diversity in a particular habitat
To visualize the population size of different species in an ecosystem

In a pyramid of biomass, which trophic level typically has the largest biomass?

Secondary consumers
Primary consumers
Tertiary consumers
Primary producers (correct)

What does a narrow inverted pyramid of biomass indicate?

An imbalanced ecosystem with excessive predation (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is a pyramid of biomass?

A pyramid of biomass is a graphical representation of the total biomass at each trophic level in an ecosystem. Signup and view all the answers

Why is the concept of pyramid of biomass important in ecology?

The concept of pyramid of biomass is important in ecology because it helps in understanding the flow of energy through different trophic levels and the structure of an ecosystem. Signup and view all the answers

What does an inverted pyramid of biomass indicate?

An inverted pyramid of biomass indicates that the biomass of the primary consumers is greater than the biomass of the producers. Signup and view all the answers