How much energy is transferred to the next level in a food wed?

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Biology

Conrad Pitts

6 August, 05:43

How much energy is transferred to the next level in a food wed?

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Benjamin Franklin · Answer 1

Only a fraction of the energy available at one trophic level is transferred to the next trophic level; the fractions can vary between 1-15%, with an average value of 10%. Typically the numbers and biomass of organisms decreases as one ascends the food chain.

Carla Ross · Answer 2

Only a fraction of the energy available at one trophic level is transferred to the next trophic level; the fractions can vary between 1-15%, with an average value of 10%. Typically the numbers and biomass of organisms decreases as one ascends the food chain.