Soluble Minerals Carried in Solution by a Stream Are an Example

question 17

Multiple Choice

Soluble minerals carried in solution by a stream are an example of what?

• A)abrasion
• B)the dissolved load
• C)the suspended load
• D)the bed load

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Definitions:

Nutrients

Substances that provide nourishment essential for growth and the maintenance of life.

Keystone Species

Species whose activities significantly affect community structure.

Secondary Extinctions

Refers to the loss of species due to the extinction of another, indicating a dependency between species within an ecosystem.

Species Diversity

The variety and abundance of different species within a particular region, contributing to the overall biodiversity and health of ecosystems.