Which ecosystem has the highest Net Primary Productivity (NPP) per square meter?
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Correct answer: Tropical rainforest
Tropical rainforests have high temperatures, abundant rainfall, and year-round sunlight, which facilitate rapid plant growth. This makes them some of the most productive ecosystems on Earth in terms of organic matter creation.
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