Ecosystem Question 39
Question: The net primary productivity of an ecosystem is
Options:
A) Total weight of green plants - respiratory losses
B) Total weight of green plants + respiratory losses
C) Respiratory losses alone
D) None of the above
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Answer:
Correct Answer: A
Solution:
The total stored energy in the form of organic matter (which is not used by the producer itself) is called net primary productivity (NPP).