Which of the following ecosystems would likely have a larger net primary productivity per hectare (10,000 m²),and why? A)the Atlantic open ocean due to the total biomass of photosynthetic autotrophs B)the Asian temperate grasslands due to conditions suited for rapid decomposition C)the Costa Rican rain forest due to high annual rainfall and moderate temperatures D)the Alps underground caverns and caves due to the abundance of photoautotrophs E)the Arctic tundra due to extreme growth patterns during the warm summer season

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The Costa Rican rain forest is likely to have a larger net primary productivity per hectare due to high annual rainfall and moderate temperatures. These conditions favor the growth of a diverse range of photosynthetic autotrophs, leading to a high total biomass and therefore a higher net primary productivity. The other ecosystems listed may have their own unique advantages or conditions, but they do not necessarily lead to a larger net primary productivity per hectare.

Which of the Following Ecosystems Would Likely Have a Larger