Question

Given below are two statements: one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R). Assertion (A): Ecological energetics involve quantity of energy used by green plants for photosynthesis. Reason (R): Ecological energetics involve quantity and path of energy flow from producers to consumers. Choose the most appropriate answer.

• A. Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
• B. Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
• C. (A) is correct but (R) is not correct
• D. (A) is not correct but (R) is correct

Hint:

Ecological energetics deals with energy capture by producers and energy transfer through food chains from producers to consumers.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A