Question

Which of the following are producers?

• A. Carnivores
• B. Herbivores
• C. Green plants
• D. Omnivores

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Green plants

The correct option is C.

Explanation of the correct option:

1. Green plants have the ability to use the solar energy.
2. They make their own food in the presence of sunlight using water, minerals and carbon dioxide.
3. Thus, green plants are called producers.

Explanation of the incorrect options:

Option A:

1. Animals that eat other living animals are called carnivores or secondary consumers.
2. Example: Tiger, lion, leopard etc.

Option B:

1. Animals that eat green plants are called herbivores or primary consumers.
2. Example: Deer, horse, elephant etc.

Option D:

1. Some animals that eat both plants and other animals are called omnivores.
2. Example: Crow, cockroach, bear etc.

Final answer: Green plants are producers.