NEETZoologyOrganisms and Populations
Examples of Predation Predation Context A. Tiger and Deer 1. Controls invertebrate species diversity in intertidal zones B. Sparrow and Seed 2. A predator consuming seeds C. Starfish Pisaster 3. Maintains energy transfer and ecosystem stability D. Monarch Butterfly 4. Acquires chemical defenses during caterpillar stage
Options
- AA - 2, B - 1, C - 3, D - 4
- BA - 1, B - 4, C - 2, D - 3
- CA - 3, B - 2, C - 1, D - 4
- DA - 4, B - 2, C - 1, D - 3
Correct answer
C. A - 3, B - 2, C - 1, D - 4
Step-by-step solution
The tiger and deer represent energy transfer and ecosystem stability. The sparrow eating seeds is an example of a predator consuming seeds. The starfish Pisaster controls species diversity in intertidal zones, and the Monarch butterfly acquires chemical defenses during its caterpillar stage.