Several research teams have questioned Daniel Boyce's data that indicates a loss of 500 million tons of phytoplankton a year from Earth's oceans.Is it important for researchers to accurately determine trends in net primary productivity (NPP)in the oceans because

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It is important for researchers to accurately determine trends in net primary productivity (NPP) in the oceans because the loss of 500 million tons of phytoplankton each year could have a negative effect on the ocean's NPP and all of the ocean life that depends upon it. Therefore, it is crucial to accurately determine these trends in order to properly manage and protect the ocean ecosystem. Option A is incorrect because although there are similarities between NPP requirements on land and in the ocean, this is not the main reason why accurate determination of NPP trends is important. Option B and D are incorrect because there is no evidence to suggest that the loss of 500 million tons of phytoplankton would have a positive effect on NPP or ocean life.

Several Research Teams Have Questioned Daniel Boyce's Data That Indicates