What is another word for energy pyramid?
Pronunciation: [ˈɛnəd͡ʒi pˈɪɹɐmˌɪd] (IPA) 
An energy pyramid is a graphical representation of the energy flow in an ecosystem. It is also known as a trophic pyramid, ecological pyramid, or food pyramid. These synonyms describe the different aspects of the energy pyramid. The term trophic pyramid refers to the feeding relationships between different organisms in an ecosystem. Ecological pyramid emphasizes on the importance of energy as a fundamental component of the environment. The food pyramid relates to the different levels of consumption by predators and prey in a food chain. All these synonyms are used interchangeably to describe the same concept, which is the flow of energy through different levels of an ecosystem.
