Question

Which of the following correctly represents the order of trophic levels?

• A. Producer, Primary consumer, Secondary consumer, Tertiary consumer
• B. Primary consumer, Secondary consumer, Tertiary consumer
• C. Producer, Secondary consumer, Primary consumer, Tertiary consumer
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Producer, Primary consumer, Secondary consumer, Tertiary consumer

The correct option is A.

Explanation of correct option:

1. The various steps in a food chain at which the transfer of food takes place are called trophic levels.
2. They assure energy distribution to every organism.
3. Producer: They are herbivores who feed on plants and grass.
4. Primary consumers: They consume from producers.
5. Secondary consumers: They feed on primary consumers.
6. Tertiary consumers: They feed on secondary consumers.
7. The above hierarchy is the correct representation of the trophic levels in a food chain.

Explanation of incorrect options:

Option B:

Here, the producer is absent.

Option C:

Here, the Primary consumer should be placed before the Secondary consumer

Final answer: Producer, Primary consumer, Secondary consumer, and Tertiary consumer correctly represent the order of trophic levels.