Question

Select the incorrect statement for productivity in the ecosystem.

• A. NPP is less than GPP
• B. GPP is rate of production of organic matter by producers during photosynthesis per unit time and area
• C. NPP is rate of organic matter stored by producers in excess of respiratory loss
• D. GPP is available biomass for consumption to heterotrophs

Answer 1

The correct option is D GPP is available biomass for consumption to heterotrophs

NPP = GPP – R and it is available biomass for consumption to herbivores.
NPP is less than GPP.