Energy Flow and Ecological Pyramids
Students will understand the concept of energy transfer between trophic levels and construct ecological pyramids.
Key Questions
- Explain the 10% law of energy transfer in an ecosystem.
- Construct different types of ecological pyramids (number, biomass, energy).
- Analyze why the number of trophic levels in an ecosystem is typically limited.
CBSE Learning Outcomes
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