On average,what percentage of the energy from one trophic level of an energy pyramid is transferred to the next trophic level?
A) 10 percent
B) 33 percent
C) 50 percent
D) 100 percent

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The 10 percent rule states that only about 10 percent of the energy from one trophic level is transferred to the next trophic level. This is due to the loss of energy through metabolic processes, heat loss, and incomplete digestion. Therefore, choice A is the best answer.

On Average,what Percentage of the Energy from One Trophic Level