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An inverted pyramid of biomass can be found in which ecosystem?

A

Forest

B

Marine

C

Grassland

D

Tundra

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B
In an aquatic ecosystem, producers have least biomass and this value gradully shows an increase towards the apex of the pyramid, thus making the pyramid inverted in shape. Biomass basically depends upon reproductive potential and age of individuals.
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