In Ocean Environments,the Highest Net Primary Productivity Tends to Be

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Multiple Choice

In ocean environments,the highest net primary productivity tends to be in coastal zones and upwelling zones,because they

• A) receive the most rainfall.
• B) receive constant inputs of nutrients.
• C) are all in temperate or tropical zones.
• D) are shallow and therefore receive the most sunlight.
• E) are close to hydrothermal vents,which provide nutrients.

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