Which of the following statement is true for the given ecol…

Biology Ecosystem Image Based Problems Single Correct MCQ

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Published on: August 21, 2026

Which of the following statement is true for the given ecological pyramid?

Small number of phytoplankton supports large number of zooplankton

Small standing crop of phytoplankton supports large standing crops of zooplankton

A large number of herbivores in supported by small number of producers in aquatic habitats

A large energy amount of zooplankton is supported by small energy amount of phytoplankton

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The diagram shows an inverted pyramid of biomass in an aquatic ecosystem. Small biomass of phytoplankton (producers) can support a larger biomass of zooplankton due to rapid reproduction.

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