provide energy for consumers. depend on other organisms for shelter. break down dead animal matter. consume nutrients for energy.
I am hesitating between 4 options to answer the following question, which option should I choose?
Question: The primary reason that plants are important for an ecosystem is because they
Possibilities:
- provide energy for consumers.
- depend on other organisms for shelter.
- break down dead animal matter.
- consume nutrients for energy.

provide energy for consumers.