Which of the following ecosystems generally has the lowest net primary productivity?
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Correct answer: Deep sea / Ocean
Despite occupying about 70 percent of the Earth's surface, the productivity of oceans is only about 55 billion tons. This is relatively low compared to terrestrial ecosystems due to light limitation and nutrient scarcity in deep waters.
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