The rate of formation of new organic matter by rabbits in a grassland is called
Correct answer: B. secondary productivity
- A. net productivity
- B. secondary productivity
- C. net primary productivity
- D. gross primary productivity.
Explanation
The rate of photosynthesis of organic matter by consumers or the rate at which food energy is assimilated at the trophic level of consumers is called secondary productivity. In a grassland ecosystem, the rate of formation of new organic matter by rabbits is referred to as secondary productivity.
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