Most of the energy contained in one trophic level is "lost" when it gets to the next trophic level. What form does the lost energy take?

A) free electrons
B) metabolic heat
C) potential energy, in chemical bonds
D) kinetic energy, in the motion of consumers


B

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Anthrax, which means "charcoal" in Greek, derives its name from

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