Primary Productivity in Terrestrial Ecosystems Is Highest at the Equator

question 102

Multiple Choice

Primary productivity in terrestrial ecosystems is highest at the equator because of:

• A)high levels of direct sunlight.
• B)high levels of rainfall.
• C)relatively constant temperature.
• D)All of the other answer choices contribute to high productivity.

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