Net primary productivity refers to
A)the total rate of photosynthesis, or energy assimilated, by autotrophs.
B)the rate of energy storage as organic matter by autotrophs after respiration is deducted.
C)the amount of accumulated organic matter found in an area at a given time.
D)the production of new tissues and offspring by heterotrophs.

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Net primary productivity is the rate at which autotrophs store energy as organic matter after accounting for the energy used in respiration.

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