Question

in the energy pyramid below, how much energy is available for the next level? desert energy pyramid fourth trophic level birds of prey third trophic level small snakes small birds second trophic level small mammals insects first trophic level flowering shrubs desert trees a. 100% b. 10% c. 90% d. 1%

Explanation:

In an energy pyramid, only about 10% of the energy is transferred from one trophic level to the next. This is known as the 10 - percent rule. Energy is lost as heat and through metabolic processes at each level.

Answer:

B. 10%