How would the amount of available energy differ in the trophic level of the mouse compared to the trophic level of the hawk?
a. available energy would increase from the mouse to the hawk.
b. available energy would decrease from the mouse to the hawk.
c. available energy would initially increase from the mouse to the hawk, and then decrease over time.
d. available energy would remain the same from the mouse to the hawk.

b. Available energy would decrease from the mouse to the hawk.

Explanation: hope it helps ^w^

poor water quality affects most estuarine organisms, including commercially important fish and shellfish. the pollutants that have the greatest impact on the health of estuaries include toxic substances like chemicals and heavy metals, nutrient pollution (or eutrophication), and pathogens such as bacteria or viruses.

i think that the best answer would be c.

tell me if im wrong : )