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Which of the following ecosystems is mos...

Which of the following ecosystems is most productive in terms of net primary production?

A

Deserts

B

Tropical rainforests

C

Oceans

D

Estuaries

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The correct Answer is:
B
Tropical rainforests have an average net primary productivity (NPP) of `1,500 g//m^(2)//yr`. Open oceans and deserts have average NPP of 125 and 90 `g//m^(2)yr` respectively. Algal beds and reefs ecosystem have average NPP of 2,500 `g//m^(2)yr`.
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