Why Does High Biodiversity Result in Higher Productivity

question 48

Multiple Choice

Why does high biodiversity result in higher productivity?

• A) There are more species so there is more productivity.
• B) It is more stable so it is more productive.
• C) A variety of plants can exploit every niche and possibly help others get started.
• D) A variety of plants can better compete with one another, so none go extinct.
• E) A variety of animals can keep any single plant from "taking over."

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