Q43 / 200 · NEET 2021 · Botany

In the equation, $GPP - R = NPP$ , $R$ represents:

A
Radiant energy
B
Retardation factor
C
Environment factor
Correct answer
D
Respiration losses

Solution

The gross primary productivity (GPP) refers to the rate of energy stored by photosynthesis in plants. The R refers to the maintenance and reproduction of plants from the energy expended. GPP minus respiration losses (R) is the net primary productivity (NPP). $GPP - R =$ $NPP$ .

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'D'.

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Solution

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In the equation, $GPP - R = NPP$ , $R$ represents: