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What is the difference between gross primary productivity (GPP) and net primary productivity (NPP)? (1 point)

NPP shows total solar energy captured by photosynthesis.

GPP is energy that goes back to soil by decomposers.

GPP measures energy eaten by herbivores in an ecosystem.

NPP accounts for energy producers use for cellular respiration.

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"NPP accounts for energy producers use for cellular respiration."

Explanation: GPP is the total chemical energy produced by photosynthesis. NPP = GPP − energy used by producers for respiration, so NPP is the energy remaining for growth and consumption.