Energy And Biomass In Food Chains Flashcards
1
Q
State that the sun is the source of energy in plants
A
Plants need sunlight to carry to the process photosynthesis
2
Q
Describe the energy transfer that takes place during photosynthesis
A
Light energy is transferred to chemical energy
3
Q
Explain why the energy and biomass decrease further up the pyramid
A
Because when the primary consumer (P.C) eats the producer the PC uses that energy for respiration so they can move and keep body at a suitable temperature but not all dest passed on because the P.C produces waste.