In the intricate web of life, energy is the currency that fuels the functioning of ecological systems. From the smallest microorganisms to the largest predators, organisms rely on energy to carry out their…
Read moreIntroduction Ecological food chains and trophic levels are fundamental concepts in ecology that describe the flow of energy and nutrients through an ecosystem. Consumers, also known as heterotrophs, play a crucial role in…
Read moreTrophic levels are a way to categorize organisms in an ecosystem based on their source of energy and their position in the food chain. Each trophic level represents a different level of energy…
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