In Which of the Following Ways Does Species Richness Affect

question 31

Multiple Choice

In which of the following ways does species richness affect ecosystem function? Check all that apply.

• A)Low species richness can contribute to ecosystem stability.
• B)High species richness can increase ecosystem resistance to drought.
• C)Low species richness can make an ecosystem more susceptible to invasive species.
• D)High species richness reduces overall ecosystem productivity.

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