Energy Transfer in Ecosystems

Energy Transfer in Ecosystems

  • Understand the concept of biomass and its transfer in food chains.
  • Suggest and explain why only a small amount of biomass is transferred to the subsequent trophic level.
  • Understand how this limits the number in a food chain.
  • Calculate Gross Primary Productivity (GPP) and Net Primary Productivity (NPP) from provided data.
  • Evaluate the above-mentioned data effectively.
  • Be prepared to calculate the net production of consumers or percentage yield.
  • Practice all biomass related calculations.
  • Understand the difference between primary and secondary productivity.
  • In case of practical scenarios where biomass has been calculated, be sure to understand the methodology used.