The Total Biomass of Photosynthetic Autotrophs Present in an Ecosystem

question 37

Multiple Choice

The total biomass of photosynthetic autotrophs present in an ecosystem is known as

• A) gross primary productivity.
• B) standing crop.
• C) net primary productivity.
• D) secondary productivity.
• E) trophic efficiency.

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Definitions:

Secondary Appraisal

The evaluation of one's ability to cope with the demands of a threatening or challenging situation after initially evaluating its significance.

Stressor

Any event, situation, or stimulus that causes stress.

Primary Appraisal

The initial evaluation process where an individual assesses the significance of a stressor to determine its potential threat.

Distress-eustress Dichotomy

A concept distinguishing between detrimental stress (distress) and beneficial stress (eustress) in terms of their effects on an individual’s health and well-being.