When ecosystems are considered in terms of trophic interactions, which of the following is NOT found at the base of a food chain?
A) Algae
B) Decomposer bacteria
C) Cyanobacteria
D) Green plants
E) All of these could be found at the base.

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Decomposer bacteria are not found at the base of a food chain; they break down dead organic material, functioning at various levels within an ecosystem, primarily contributing to the recycling of nutrients rather than primary production like algae, cyanobacteria, and green plants.

When Ecosystems Are Considered in Terms of Trophic Interactions, Which