Refer to the Graph

question 66

Multiple Choice

Refer to the graph. Based on the graph, which is the best comparison that can be made between oceanic and terrestrial ecosystems?

• A) The two systems show approximately the same trends, regardless of latitude.
• B) Oceanic systems show higher NPP than terrestrial systems at all latitudes.
• C) Oceanic systems show lower NPP at all latitudes, but they show a peak at high latitudes.
• D) Terrestrial systems show higher NPP at most latitudes, with a large peak at low latitudes.
• E) Terrestrial systems show higher NPP at high latitudes, but much lower NPP at low latitudes.

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