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What is the primary source of energy for bacteria, earthworms, and fungi?
The soil
Which of the following is an example of a primary consumer?
Robbin
What type of consumer is a snake that eats a robin?
Tertiary consumer
Why do tertiary consumers like eagles and sharks need to eat larger amounts of food?
To get the energy they need as there is less energy available at higher trophic levels
What differentiates secondary consumers from tertiary consumers?
Tertiary consumers can also be primary consumers
Explore the concept of energy pyramid, which illustrates how energy flows through different organisms on a food chain, from the sun to producers and consumers. Learn how you are connected to the energy pyramid every time you eat. Discover the importance of the sun as the primary source of energy for all living things on Earth.
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