Asked by Marcy Stephenson on Jun 23, 2024
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The organisms that occupy the first trophic level near hydrothermal vents are ____.
A) detritivores
B) chemoautotrophic bacteria
C) decomposers
D) photosynthetic bacteria
E) photosynthetic algae
Chemoautotrophic Bacteria
Bacteria that obtain their energy through the oxidation of inorganic molecules, rather than using sunlight for photosynthesis.
Trophic Level
Position of an organism in a food chain.
- Identify the trophic levels and primary producers in different ecosystems, including unique environments like hydrothermal vents.
Verified Answer
BK
Blake KirbyJun 27, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Chemoautotrophic bacteria are the primary producers near hydrothermal vents, using chemical energy to convert inorganic compounds into organic molecules.
Learning Objectives
- Identify the trophic levels and primary producers in different ecosystems, including unique environments like hydrothermal vents.