Question

The rate of biomass production and the rate of production of organic matter during photosynthesis are called ___________ respectively.

• A. Total productivity and primary production
• B. Gross primary productivity and gross secondary productivity
• C. Net primary productivity and secondary productivity
• D. Productivity, gross primary productivity, net productivity, and gross secondary productivity

Answer 1

The correct option is A Total productivity and primary production

The rate of total biomass production is called as total productivity. The rate of production of organic matter during photosynthesis are called as primary production. The rate of production of organic matter by consumers are called as secondary production.

Thus, the correct answer is 'Total productivity, primary production.'