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Which organism is the carnivore in this food web?

A.zooplankton
B.marine phytoplankton
C.Adélie penguin
D.krill

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Among the choices, the only one that can be considered a carnivore is C. Adelie penguin. Adelie penguins are found in the Arctic, and feed on aquatic creatures such as krill, fish, and squid. Krill is a type of crustacean that feeds on phytoplankton, which is at the bottom of the food chain.
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