Which of the Following Is NOT True of Riparian Plant

question 6

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT true of riparian plant communities?

• A) Plant species adapted to frequent disturbance by flooding
• B) Plant species dependent on flooding often dominant
• C) Low species diversity, compared to surrounding terrestrial communities
• D) High population densities, compared to surrounding terrestrial communities
• E) Seriously impacted by human activities

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