The following points highlight the three main types of ecological pyramids. The types are: 1. Pyramid of Numbers 2. Pyramid of Energy 3. Pyramid of Biomass. Type # 1. Pyramid of Numbers: In a food chain the members at the successive higher levels are smaller in number. For example in a pond the lowest trophic level is represented by algae [...]
In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Subject Matter of Decomposition 2. Processes of Decomposition 3. Factors. Subject Matter of Decomposition: Decomposers and transformers are the living components of the ecosystem and they are fungi and bacteria. Decomposers attack the dead remains of producers and consumers and degrade the complex organic substances into simpler compounds. The simple organic matters [...]
The following points highlight the three main components of biosphere. The components are: 1. Hydrosphere 2. Atmosphere 3. Lithosphere. Components # 1. Hydrosphere: It includes water in the oceans, lakes, ponds, etc., and covers about 73% area of the earth's surface. Water is the major inorganic nutrient needed by all living organisms, hence, water is essential to all life. First [...]