The transfer of food energy from the source in plants through a series of organism with repeated stages of eating and being eaten is known as:

Correct answer: D. Food chain

  • A. Food web
  • B. None of these
  • C. Food cycle
  • D. Food chain

Explanation

A food chain is a linear sequence through which energy passes from plants to successive consumers by eating and being eaten. A food web consists of several interconnected food chains, so it is not the best choice here.

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