Net Primary Productivity Is

question 6

Multiple Choice

Net primary productivity is:

• A)net gain in organic carbon.
• B)photosynthesis minus cellular respiration.
• C)total amount of photosynthesis.
• D)a and b are correct.
• E)a and c are correct.

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