Ecosystem Balance: Food Chains and Webs
Introducing the basic concepts of food chains and food webs, illustrating the interdependence of living organisms in an ecosystem.
Key Questions
- Construct a simple food chain involving local Indian animals and plants.
- Explain how the removal of one species can impact an entire food web.
- Predict the consequences for an ecosystem if a major predator population declines.
CBSE Learning Outcomes
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