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Use the diagram to answer the following question. The triangular shape is useful in explaining the relationship among the trophic levels in an ecosystem. Examine each statement and analyze which statement is true.

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At every step to a higher trophic level in this ecosystem, the amount of biomass increases
At every step to a higher trophic level in this ecosystem, the amount of biomass increases

The 3rd level consumers in this pyramid has the greatest biomass.
The 3rd level consumers in this pyramid has the greatest biomass.

The amount of available biomass is equal at all trophic levels in this ecosystem.
The amount of available biomass is equal at all trophic levels in this ecosystem.

At every step to a higher trophic level, the amount of biomass decreases.
At every step to a higher trophic level, the amount of biomass decreases.
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At every step to a higher trophic level, the amount of biomass decreases.

Explanation: The trophic (biomass) pyramid shows largest biomass in producers at the base and progressively less in higher levels because energy is lost (used for metabolism and as heat) as it moves up—only a small fraction (~10%) is transferred to the next level.