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Following are some of the generalizations regarding energy flow in an ecosystem: A. Assimilation efficiency of carnivores is higher than herbivores . B. Consumption efficiency of aquatic herbivores is higher than terrestrial herbivores. C. Vertebrates have higher production efficiencies than invertebrates . D. Trophic level transfer efficiency is higher in terrestrial food chains than in marine. Based on the above, select the correct option.
Explanation
In following are some of the generalizations regarding, Only A and B represents established outcome. functional assays confirms option B (Only A and B) as correct, while alternatives misstate substrate or regulatory direction, contradicting textbook data.
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