Energy Flow in Ecosystems
Exploring how energy is transferred through trophic levels and the concept of ecological pyramids.
Key Questions
- Explain the 10% rule of energy transfer between trophic levels in an ecosystem.
- Analyze why there are fewer top predators than primary consumers in most ecosystems.
- Predict the impact of removing a producer population on the energy flow through an ecosystem.
Common Core State Standards
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