Question detail
Which component of an ecosystem is primarily responsible for energy transfer?
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At a glance
MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Section B: The living world
Question
- A. Decomposers
- B. Producers
- C. Consumers
- D. Abiotic factors
Answer
Producers
Explanation
Producers, such as plants, convert sunlight into energy through photosynthesis, forming the base of the food chain.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Ecosystem Components
Students often think that changing one component of an ecosystem only affects that component without considering the interconnectedness of all components.
To fix this, students should study examples of how altering one factor, such as the removal of a predator, can lead to changes in population sizes of other species and overall ecosystem balance.
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