Question
Distinguish between Net Primary Productivity (NPP) and Net Community Productivity (NCP).
Net Primary Productivity (NPP) and Net Community Productivity (NCP) are two important concepts in ecology that describe the productivity of an ecosystem. Here is a comparison table of their differences:
| Property | Net Primary Productivity (NPP) | Net Community Productivity (NCP) |
|---|---|---|
| Definition | The amount of energy produced by photosynthesis in plants minus the amount of energy used in respiration by plants | The total amount of energy produced by all organisms in an ecosystem minus the amount of energy used in respiration by all organisms |