Question
Biology Question on The food chain
In which of the following ecosystems, detritus food chain (DFC) is the major conduit for energy flow?
A
Pond Ecosystem
B
River Ecosystem
C
Forest Ecosystem
D
Marine Ecosystem
Answer
Forest Ecosystem
Explanation
Solution
In forest ecosystems, the detritus food chain (DFC) plays a significant role due to the high amount of leaf litter, dead organisms, and other organic matter, which decomposers break down, fueling the DFC and sustaining energy flow.