Trophic
/ˈtrəʊfɪk/
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Food Chain Rank
Trophic levels show an organism's rank in the food chain, from producers to top predators.
Algae are at the lowest trophic level as primary producers.
Pro Tip 2/3Energy Flow
'Trophic' can refer to energy flow in ecosystems, from the sun to herbivores and carnivores.
A trophic pyramid illustrates energy reduction at higher levels.
Pro Tip 3/3Ecosystem Dynamics
Understanding 'trophic' is key to studying ecosystem dynamics and balance.
Scientists study trophic cascades to understand predator-prey relationships.
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