Multiple choice

How do phytoplankton provide energy for oceanic consumers like fish?

  1. when fish use them for protection from predators

  2. by absorbing their energy as they swim by

  3. when fish consume them and therefore consume their energy

  4. phytoplankton are not used for energy at all
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Phytoplankton are producers. When fish consume them, they obtain the chemical energy stored within the phytoplankton.

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