In the marine photic zone, the rate of photosynthesis A) is equal to the amount of CO₂ released from the niche. B) exceeds the rate of respiration. C) is less than the respiration rate. D) does not affect carbon cycling. E) is inversely related to rate of respiration.

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Photosynthesis in the marine photic zone produces organic matter which is consumed by organisms through respiration. Therefore, the rate of photosynthesis exceeds the rate of respiration.

In the Marine Photic Zone, the Rate of Photosynthesis