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The second trophic level in a lake is...

The second trophic level in a lake is

A

Phytoplankton

B

Zooplankton

C

Benthos

D

Fishes

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The correct Answer is:
B
Zooplankton are primary consumers in aquatic food chains that feed upon phytoplankton. Therefore, they are present at the second trophic level in a lake.
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