-Tropical Oceans Are Generally Characterized by Low Net Primary Productivity

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Essay

-Tropical oceans are generally characterized by low net primary productivity. What are three environments that are exceptions to this and what factors contribute to their higher productivity?

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Definitions:

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Melting Pot

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