Which of the following parts of the ocean are likely to support the lowest net primary productivity?
A)areas beneath the subtropical highs
B)areas where upwelling is occurring
C)shallow seas
D)middle-to-high-latitude areas

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Areas beneath the subtropical highs are characterized by high levels of sunlight and warm surface waters which lead to low nutrient availability and therefore low net primary productivity.

Which of the Following Parts of the Ocean Are Likely