Question

The transfer of energy from one trophic level to another is governed by the 2nd law of thermodynamics. The average efficiency of energy transfer from herbivores to carnivores is (a) 5% (b) 10% (c) 25% (d) 50%

Answer 1

Correct Option (b) 10%

 Explanation:

 According to 10% law of Lindeman, only 10% of energy is transferred from one trophic level to another, i.e. from herbivores to carnivores.