The Rate of Secondary Productivity is Highest in Areas

Question

The rate of secondary productivity is highest in areas
A)with low net primary productivity.
B)with few producers.
C)with high net primary productivity.
D)where plants act as decomposers.

Accepted Answer

Areas with high net primary productivity have a greater abundance of plant biomass, which provides more energy and nutrients for consumption by herbivores and subsequently, carnivores. This leads to higher rates of secondary productivity.