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2022 · Q57
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Ecosystem question

2022 · Q57

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The amount of biomass or organic matter produced per unit area over a time period by plants during photosynthesis is called

  1. A
    Net primary production
  2. B
    Secondary production
  3. C
    Primary production
  4. D
    Gross primary production
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Correct answer: C

Productivity is the total amount of biomass or organic matter produced per unit area. Over a period of time by plants. This is also called Primary production.

Productivity of consumer is called Secondary production.

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