Question

Assertion (A): Food web is a network of several food chains operating in an ecosystem.
Reason (R): Food web decreases the stability of an ecosystem.

• A. Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
• B. Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true, and Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
• C. Assertion (A) is true, but Reason (R) is false.
• D. Assertion (A) is false, but Reason (R) is true.

Hint:

Food webs increase ecosystem stability by creating multiple energy pathways and making the system more robust.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Food webs are interconnected food chains in an ecosystem, facilitating energy flow.
Contrary to Reason (R), food webs enhance ecosystem stability by offering alternative energy pathways, increasing resilience to disruptions.Therefore, Assertion (A) is correct, while Reason (R) is incorrect.