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).