Which of the following gets the minimum energy through the food chain in an ecosystem?
(a) carnivore (b) large carnivore (c) producer (d) herbivore
Correct Answer: (b) large carnivore
Explanation: As large carnivores are at the upper trophic levels, they get the minimum energy through the food chain, according to the 10 per cent law.
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