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Which of the following correctly describes the direction of energy flow in an ecosystem?

ASun → Producers → Consumers → Decomposers

BConsumers → Producers → Decomposers → Sun

CDecomposers → Consumers → Producers → Sun

DProducers → Decomposers → Consumers → Sun

Answer:

A. Sun → Producers → Consumers → Decomposers

Read Explanation:

  • Energy flow begins from the Sun to Producers (plants), then to Consumers (herbivores & carnivores), and ultimately decomposers recycle nutrients back into the system.


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