Which of the following represent ecosystems with high average annual net primary productivity?
A)algal beds,reefs,swamps,and marshes
B)open ocean and continental shelves
C)boreal forest and temperate grasslands
D)estuaries,tundra,lakes,and streams

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Algal beds, reefs, swamps, and marshes are all highly productive ecosystems, with high rates of photosynthesis and nutrient cycling. They are able to support diverse communities of plants and animals, and are often important habitats for migratory species. The other options listed have lower average annual net primary productivity.

Which of the Following Represent Ecosystems with High Average Annual