Biologymedium · Past Paper
What is 'Biomass' in an ecological context?
ATotal number of organisms
BTotal energy in an area
CTotal organic matter of living organisms in an area
DTotal volume of air in an ecosystem
✓ Correct Answer: C — Total organic matter of living organisms in an area
Biomass refers to the dry weight of all living organisms at a specific trophic level or area.
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