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प्रश्न
In an ecosystem dominated by trees, the pyramid (of numbers) is ______ type.
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उत्तर
In an ecosystem dominated by trees, the pyramid (of numbers) is inverted type.
Explanation:
A single large tree can support a large number of herbivores (such as insects and birds), which in turn can support a higher number of predators.
संबंधित प्रश्न
Give diagrammatic representation of pyramid of numbers.
“It is often said that the pyramid of energy is always upright. On the other hand, the pyramid of biomass can be both upright and inverted.” Explain with the help if examples and sketches.
Why the pyramid of energy is always upright? Explain.
Distinguish between upright and inverted pyramids.
In a food chain, the herbivores are represented by
(A) producers
(B) primary consumers
(C) secondary consumers
(D) decomposers
Which organisms constitute the last trophic level?
With reference to the levels of an organisation, differentiate between living organisms and non-living objects.
Answer the following question.
What is an ecological pyramid? Compare the pyramids of energy, biomass, and numbers.
Explain with the help of labelled diagrams, the difference between an upright pyramid of biomass and an inverted pyramid of biomass.
Give an example of an ecosystem that shows an inverted pyramid of biomass.
Distinguish between the upright and inverted pyramid of biomass.
Define ecological pyramids.
Which ecosystem has the maximum biomass?
In an aquatic ecosystem, a mollusc typically belongs to-
Pyramid of numbers is ______.
What does the base tier of the ecological pyramid represent?
Organisms at a higher trophic level have less energy available. Comment.
The number of trophic levels in an ecosystem are limited. Comment.
What are the three types of ecological pyramids? What information is conveyed by each pyramid with regard to structure, function and energy in the ecosystem?
(a) Draw a pyramid of numbers where a large number of insects are feeding on the leaves of a tree. What is the shape of this pyramid?
(b) Will the pyramid of energy be also of the same shape in this situation? Give a reason for your response.
Draw a diagram of pyramid of energy.
A graphic representation of the biomass relationship between the producer and consumer in an ecosystem is called ______.
Describe pyramid of energy with the help of diagram.
| In a forest ecosystem, a large population of insect feeds upon a banyan tree. Several small birds feed upon these insects. The small birds are fed upon by big-sized birds. |
- With respect to this ecosystem, draw a pyramid for each biomass and a pyramid of number.
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If 20,000 Kcal energy is available at the level of insects, calculate the amount of energy available at the level of big-sized birds.
