Marine phytoplankton and photosynthetic bacteria produce about 50% of world's oxygen

Q. With reference to the planet Earth, consider the following statements :

I. Rain forests produce more oxygen than that produced by oceans.

II. Marine phytoplankton and photosynthetic bacteria produce about 50% of world's oxygen.

III. Well-oxygenated surface water contains several folds higher oxygen than that in atmospheric air.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) I and II

(b) II only

(c) I and III

(d) None of the above statements is correct

Correct Answer: (b) II only

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