Question
List the three parameters used for constructing ecological pyramids. Describe any one instance where the pyramid may look inverted.

Answer

The three parameters used are:
  1. Number of individuals in a trophic level.
  2. Biomass of individuals in a trophic level.
  3. Rate of flow of energy in a trophic level.
The pyramid may look inverted in a tree ecosystem where the number of consumers are numerous depending on a single producer.

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