Question

order the steps below to show how energy flows through a food chain, beginning with the sun as the first step at the bottom. (2 points) a primary consumer gets energy by eating producers. producers change light energy into chemical energy stored in food. light energy is provided by the sun. a secondary consumer gets energy by eating a primary consumer.

Explanation:

The energy flow in a food chain starts with the sun as the ultimate energy source. Producers (like plants) then convert this light energy into chemical energy via photosynthesis. Primary consumers (herbivores) obtain energy by eating these producers, and secondary consumers (carnivores/omnivores) get energy by consuming primary consumers. The steps are ordered from the initial energy source at the bottom, moving up the food chain.

Answer:

1. (Bottom step) Light energy is provided by the Sun.
2. Producers change light energy into chemical energy stored in food.
3. A primary consumer gets energy by eating producers.
4. (Top step) A secondary consumer gets energy by eating a primary consumer.