Figure 29.5

-Which of the following might be a result of adding a secondary consumer (a species that feeds on primary consumers)to the aquatic ecosystem illustrated above?

Question

Figure 29.5
 
-Which of the following might be a result of adding a secondary consumer (a species that feeds on primary consumers)to the aquatic ecosystem illustrated above?

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Adding a secondary consumer to the ecosystem will likely result in a decrease in the number of primary consumers, as they will be eaten by the secondary consumer. This will have a cascading effect on the ecosystem, potentially impacting other trophic levels as well. However, the addition of a secondary consumer is unlikely to directly impact decomposers, atmospheric CO₂, scavengers, or the carbon sink.

Figure 29.5 -Which of the Following Might Be a Result of Adding