Question

Animals which feed on plants are called (i) . Since (i) convert plant matter into animal matter, they are often called (ii).
Here, (i) and (ii) respectively are

• A. Primary consumers and carnivores
• B. Secondary consumers and carnivores
• C. Herbivores and key industry animals
• D. Omnivores and detritivores

Answer 1

The correct option is C Herbivores and key industry animals

Animals that feed on plants are called herbivores. Since herbivores convert plant matter into animal matter, they are often called key industry animals.