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Distinguish between primary and secondary productivity.
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Solution
| Sr. No. | Primary productivity | Secondary productivity |
| 1. | The rate at which producers convert energy from photosynthesis and chemosynthesis into organic compounds is called primary productivity. It is measured per unit time and area. | When the rate of energy accumulation is measured at the consumer level, it is called secondary productivity. |
| 2. | It can be divided into gross and net primary productivity. | This productivity is not divided into gross and net. |
| 3. | In comparison, it is quite high. | It is comparatively small. |
| 4. | It is caused by the synthesis of new organic matter from inorganic raw materials. | It is caused by the synthesis of organic material from organic matter. |
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