If an ecosystem's producers contain 20,000 kJ of energy, approximately how much energy would typically be available to secondary consumers?

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B) 200 kJ. According to the 10% rule, only about 10% of energy is transferred to the next trophic level. Producers (20,000 kJ) -> Primary Consumers (2,000 kJ) -> Secondary Consumers (200 kJ).

If an ecosystem's producers contain 20,000 kJ of energy, approximately how much energy would typically be available to secondary consumers?

✓ Correct Answer: Option B

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