In a marine ecosystem with an inverted biomass pyramid, which trophic level should have the smallest number of organisms?

A. zooplankton
B. phytoplankton
C. secondary carnivores (tuna)
D. primary carnivores (sardines)
E. detritivores


Answer: B

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