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Biology 2e

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ISBN:9781947172517

Author:Matthew Douglas, Jung Choi, Mary Ann Clark

Publisher:Matthew Douglas, Jung Choi, Mary Ann Clark

Chapter46: Ecosystems

Section: Chapter Questions

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66. Of the following organisms, which occupies the lowest
trophic level?
(A) Spider
(B) Deer
(C) Lion
(D) Hawk
(E) Snake

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