How does gross primary production(gpp) relate to photosynthesis?



How does gross primary production(gpp) relate to photosynthesis?..

Answer / Shishir Mishra

Gross primary production (GPP) is the total amount of energy captured by photosynthesis in an ecosystem over a given time period. It represents the sum of all organic matter produced, including plant growth and respiration. In other words, GPP is a measure of the overall efficiency of photosynthesis within an ecosystem.

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