SSC CGL 2023 PYQ — Question 44

SSC CGL - 26 Jul 2023 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q44

In a particular trophi level, how is the standing crop measured?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. As biomass.

  • In an ecosystem, the standing crop at a particular trophic level refers to the total biomass of living organisms present at that level at a given time.
  • Biomass is the mass of these organisms, typically measured in units like grams per square meter (g/m²) or kilograms per hectare (kg/ha). It indicates the amount of organic material available for consumption by organisms at higher trophic levels.