The graphical representation that shows how usable energy declines as it flows through an ecosystem is a(n)____.
A)Punnett square
B)energy flow chart
C)energy pyramid
D)ecological pyramid
E)biomass pyramid

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An energy pyramid is a graphical representation that shows how usable energy declines as it flows through an ecosystem. The pyramid shape represents the decreasing amount of energy available at each trophic level as only about 10% of the energy is transferred to the next trophic level, with the rest being lost as heat energy during metabolism or used for growth and other life processes.

The Graphical Representation That Shows How Usable Energy Declines as It