Which one of the following ecosystems has the highest net primary productivity?

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Vimal Swarnkar · Accepted Answer

(a) Rainforest. Tropical rainforests have the highest NPP per unit area among the options (~2,000 g/m²/yr). Extreme deserts are lowest. (Swamps, estuaries and reefs also rank high, but are not offered.)

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(b) Extreme desert

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(c) Lakes and streams

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(d) Mid-latitude grassland

Geo-Scientist Prelims 2020 General Studies Q64: Which one of the following ecosystems has the highest net primary…

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