Suppose that heterotrophs ingested 7,500 kilograms of plant biomass over a month's period. Respiration of these heterotrophs was the equivalent of 5,200 kilograms, and they egested 1,400 kilograms. What was the net secondary production?

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Net secondary production is calculated by subtracting the amount of biomass lost through respiration and egestion from the total ingested biomass. Here, it is 7,500 kg - 5,200 kg - 1,400 kg = 900 kg.

Suppose That Heterotrophs Ingested 7,500 Kilograms of Plant Biomass Over