Which of These Ecosystems Has the Lowest Net Primary Production

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of these ecosystems has the lowest net primary production per square meter?

• A) a salt marsh
• B) an open ocean
• C) a coral reef
• D) a tropical rain forest

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Definitions:

Cystic Duct

A tube that transports bile from the gallbladder into the common bile duct and then into the small intestine.

Common Bile Duct

A duct that carries bile from the liver and gallbladder to the duodenum, important for digestion and absorption of fats.

Emulsifies Fats

The process of breaking down fats into smaller droplets, often by bile in the digestive system, to aid in fat digestion and absorption.

Endocrine Tissue

Tissues that release hormones directly into the bloodstream to regulate various bodily functions and processes.