Biology/How much biomass is on the planet?
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I need to know 2 approximate numbers. First, I need to know how many tons of LIVING biomass is on the planet today. Secondly, I need to know how many tons NON-LIVING biomass is on the planet. Examples of non-living biomass would be biodeposits such a s coal, gas, oil, chalk, etc.
Hi Robert;
I have researched this question with no results. I am not sure that it is possible to even get a fairly accurate estimate. 80% of the biomass in the rain forest is made up of ants and termites alone. AS to non-living biomass: the biosphere makes up only a tiny fraction of the total material of the earth.
Sorry I cannot help you more.
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Walter Hintz
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Science teacher for over 50 years. MSc. in biology. I can answer questions in general biology, zoology, botany, anatomy and physiology and biochemistry.
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I have a MSc in biology and have been a science teacher for over 50 years. At present I am a faculty member at a college and a science consultant at seven catholic schools.
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The Ohio journal of Science
Momentum-The Journal of the Catholic Education Association
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