Biological Science (6th Edition)

Published by Benjamin Cummings
ISBN 10: 0321976495
ISBN 13: 978-0-32197-649-9

Chapter 53 - Ecosystems and Global Ecology - Review - Case Study - Page 1138: 11

Answer

The tropical wet forest ecosystem have the highest primary productivity. Thus option (d) is the correct answer.

Work Step by Step

The equatorial region gain a high amount of rainfall and sunlight throughout the year. The growth and decomposition rates of plants are higher in this region. Therefore, the tropical wet forests have the highest productivity.
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