17. In the given Figure 15.1 the various trophic levels are shown in a pyramid. At which trophic level is maximum energy available?
17. In the given Figure 15.1 the various trophic levels are shown in a pyramid. At which trophic level is maximum energy available?

(a) T4

(b) T2

(c) T1

(d) T3

Correct option – ( T1  )

Explanation for correct option – the maximum energy will be available at the trophic level T1 . For producers maximum amount of energy is available . 10% of this energy is utilized by the organisms of the next trophic level .

Hence correct option is – T1